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Robert Maginnis

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Any new Iran deal should be judged by results, not victory-lap rhetoric

America achieved battlefield dominance over Iran, but the emerging nuclear deal may repeat the mistakes of the 2015 JCPOA by deferring key questions.

26.05.2026 10

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ROBERT MAGINNIS: God, duty and the return of moral clarity at West Point

Pete Hegseth's West Point commencement address spoke honestly about God, duty, and war while challenging DEI programs that displaced readiness.

23.05.2026 10

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Trump’s Iran war now comes down to one brutal question: What comes next?

With Iran declaring enrichment non-negotiable and the Strait of Hormuz blockaded, the U.S. confronts a strategic fork with no easy off-ramp available.

19.05.2026 10

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Chill coming from Trump’s summit with Xi is proof of a new Cold War with China

Xi Jinping warned President Trump that mishandling Taiwan could lead to clashes and conflicts, making it the summit's most significant moment.

17.05.2026 20

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Trump-Xi’s China summit is a defining test for America in the new Cold War

Trump arrives in Beijing on May 14 facing discussions on semiconductors, Taiwan, Iran and AI as the U.S.-China rivalry reshapes the international...

14.05.2026 30

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Round one of Iran fight went to the US military. But ending things is much harder

Trump cited the War Powers Resolution to declare the Iran conflict over, but Iranian attacks on U.S. ships during Project Freedom tell a different...

08.05.2026 10

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The Iran ceasefire was just extended. The real test for Washington starts now

The IRGC marked its anniversary with seized ships and missile displays as Trump extended the Iran ceasefire and Treasury backed the blockade.

23.04.2026 20

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Trump may claim he won the fight with Iran, but there’s a bigger war already underway

President Trump's Iran campaign pressured Tehran but accelerated a China-Russia-Iran axis while pushing NATO closer to a historic break.

20.04.2026 30

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Trump pushed Iran to the brink — but did we win anything that lasts?

Islamabad talks ended without a deal after 21 hours. Robert Maginnis examines why Iran's survival means the strategic competition is far from over.

16.04.2026 20

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ROBERT MAGINNIS: Why Islamabad talks were always doomed to fail

VP JD Vance led historic U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad, but after 21 hours of negotiations, the two sides failed to reach an agreement on key demands.

12.04.2026 30

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We could win the AI war and still lose all of our freedoms if we aren’t careful

The U.S. races to outpace China in AI with trillions in investment, but without guardrails, the technology could threaten the freedoms it aims to...

09.04.2026 40

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What comes next in the Iran war? What this ceasefire will and won't do

Trump calls the Iran ceasefire a victory, but the nuclear question remains unresolved and proxy conflicts from Lebanon to Iraq threaten the fragile...

08.04.2026 20

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Trump is right about NATO’s weakness; the real question is how does America fix it

The Strait of Hormuz crisis exposed NATO's deep fault lines as Germany refused to act and Spain denied airspace, revealing burden-sharing failures.

01.04.2026 40

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One Month at War With Iran — Can Washington define victory?

Operation Epic Fury lacks a political end state one month in, as Iran's regime endures and the Strait of Hormuz remains contested.

01.04.2026 40

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AI war in Iran has brought conflict to Silicon Valley. No one is ready

Iran published a 29-location target list naming Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Nvidia and Palantir, then struck AWS data centers in the UAE and Bahrain.

30.03.2026 60

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Winning the battles, losing the war? America must define the endgame in Iran

Pete Hegseth acknowledges Iran campaign success but some question whether airstrikes achieve regime change goals as Mojtaba Khamenei vows to fight.

18.03.2026 60

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Iran war success gives president a Trump card to play in China meeting

President Donald Trump's March summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing should emphasize Iran war leverage over traditional trade issues.

16.03.2026 50

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Pentagon’s AI battle will help decide who controls our most powerful military tech

Battle over AI guardrails for autonomous weapons and domestic surveillance threatens U.S. national security sovereignty and will determine how...

05.03.2026 50

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America strikes Iran again — has Washington planned for what comes next?

US and Israel launch Operation Epic Fury strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities. Tehran retaliates as tensions escalate beyond previous...

28.02.2026 70

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President Trump’s Iran warning is serious — but Americans need the full facts

Americans need verified intelligence on Iran's nuclear program. I'm drawing on our Iraq WMD experience when I make that statement. We need caution...

25.02.2026 20

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Border airspace breached: Cartel drones test US defenses and raise new fears

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirms FAA shut down El Paso International Airport due to cartel drone incursion, marking border security...

12.02.2026 20

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Benghazi arrest delivers long-overdue justice and reminds America who failed our fallen

The capture of Benghazi suspect al-Bakoush sends an unmistakable message: America does not forget its fallen, and justice will be pursued regardless...

07.02.2026 600

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The Donroe Doctrine: Trump is rewriting power politics to put America First

Trump's 2026 National Defense Strategy identifies China as the pacing threat while demanding NATO allies increase defense spending to counter...

03.02.2026 20

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Greenland is America's front door — forgetting that has dangerous consequences

Greenland's rare earth deposits and Arctic shipping lanes become focal points of U.S.-China-Russia competition as melting ice opens new trade routes...

20.01.2026 60

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Iran's collapse or survival hinges on one choice inside the Revolutionary Guard

Iran faces unprecedented crisis as nationwide protests challenge Islamic Republic's survival, with IRGC and Basij loyalty becoming decisive factors.

12.01.2026 100

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Toppling Maduro was easy — governing Venezuela could trap US for years

Former Defense Department adviser who witnessed Iraq planning says US lacks clear governance framework for post-Maduro transition.

06.01.2026 20

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We need to face the truth about Putin if we want lasting peace in Ukraine

President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as they continue to hammer out some of the basics of what could be part of any peace agreement...

30.12.2025 70

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China races ahead on AI —Trump warns America can't regulate itself into defeat

President Donald Trump's AI executive order blocks state regulations to compete with China, but creates regulatory vacuum that could harm Americans...

13.12.2025 20

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Why the media's Hegseth boat-strike tale fails the Pentagon reality test

Media reports conflict on Pete Hegseth's Caribbean strike orders, but war crime allegations lack evidence according to Pentagon veterans familiar with...

04.12.2025 20

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Saudi Arabia is new front line as us faces down Iran, China and Russia's ambitions

Trump-Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman White House meeting signals diplomatic reset after strained ties following Khashoggi murder and regional...

26.11.2025 20

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Dangerous war games: Telling servicemembers to resist Trump invites pure chaos

Six Democratic lawmakers warn troops to refuse Trump's 'illegal' orders. But critics argue their video fails to cite any specific unlawful commands,...

21.11.2025 20

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Trump breaks 33-year nuclear testing silence as world braces for dangerous new arms race

Donald Trump announces United States will resume nuclear weapons testing after 33 years to match Russia and China programs, sending shockwaves through...

31.10.2025 20

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Five possible futures for Middle East from renaissance to rockets

Middle East stands at crossroads following Gaza ceasefire deal, with outcomes ranging from economic renaissance to Hamas regrouping and an Iranian...

19.10.2025 20

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Why Defend Qatar?

Photo Credit: White HouseTrump's order is a calculated response to a...

04.10.2025 30

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Calling in the generals: What Hegseth’s top-brass meeting should — and shouldn't — mean

The rare mass gathering of U.S. flag officers at Quantico is an opportunity to clarify civilian-military relations as leaders plan -course...

30.09.2025 50

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Israel's Doha strike sent a decisive message that terror will find no safe haven

Israeli forces struck Hamas leadership sites in Qatar's capital as part of ongoing operations against the terrorist organization after the Oct. 7,...

10.09.2025 20

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Fiddling while Rome burns: America ignores China’s rising red tide

China builds massive military capabilities targeting 2027 Taiwan readiness while US forces remain overstretched across multiple global commitments.

25.08.2025 20

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Talks stall and Putin grins. Weak guarantees will only invite more Russian strikes

Empty assurances won’t save Ukraine. Russia remains hell-bent on waging its campaign of terror. High-stakes talks between Trump, Zelenskyy and...

22.08.2025 20

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ROBERT MAGINNIS: What comes next for US, Russia and Ukraine after Alaska summit

Alaska summit between Trump and Putin featured military displays and diplomatic talks about Ukraine conflict but produced only modest progress toward...

16.08.2025 20

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Trump-Putin Alaska summit: Ceasefire only, no territorial trade-off

High-stakes Alaska summit between Trump and Putin aims for Ukraine ceasefire with strict enforcement measures while rejecting any land-for-peace deals...

13.08.2025 20

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America must win the AI race — and prepare for the worst

The race for artificial intelligence supremacy requires both bold innovation and vigilant security measures as America exports not just technology but...

28.07.2025 30

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Trump's bold pivot on Ukraine sends major signal

Trump's meeting with NATO Secretary-General marks a policy shift in the Russia-Ukraine war as president combines military support and economic tariffs...

15.07.2025 20

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New Cold War?: US faces long-term battle to contain Iran after Trump's strike on their nuclear facilities

Israel-Iran tensions settle into Cold War-like standoff after U.S. airstrikes, with experts suggesting managed containment as the realistic path...

04.07.2025 20

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The Israeli-Iranian war is not over—it has just entered a dangerous pause

Israel and Iran still maintain their strategic objectives despite a formal ceasefire, with nuclear ambitions and proxy networks ensuring the conflict...

25.06.2025 30

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Trump launches precision strikes against Iran. Triumph or trap?

Iran now faces a choice: capitulate or retaliate. The odds overwhelmingly favor retaliation. The U.S. and its allies must now pivot quickly to...

22.06.2025 40

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ROBERT MAGINNIS: Don’t be misled—Iran isn’t days away from a nuclear bomb

Iran's nuclear capabilities are misrepresented, with claims they could build a bomb in weeks despite lacking essential components like precision...

21.06.2025 20

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America's Iran dilemma: How to strike Fordow without losing sight of China threat

The Israel-Iran conflict stems from a 2,500-year rivalry, with the US considering strikes on Iran's Fordow facility while maintaining focus on China...

19.06.2025 30

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Why US must destroy Iran's Fordow nuclear facility now

Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, buried under rock, represents a critical threat that only U.S. bunker-busting capabilities can neutralize as Tehran...

18.06.2025 20

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Israel's war with Iran is a global flashpoint. America must lead before it spreads

Israel's airstrikes on Iranian territory and Tehran's missile response create a global inflection point. Trump and America must lead before it...

17.06.2025 30

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Trump faces critical decision as Middle East teeters on brink of war

Israel's strike against Iran's nuclear program marks a dramatic escalation in Middle Eastern tensions, raising questions about U.S. response and...

13.06.2025 20

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