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Every article on Plain War tagged jargon explained: 36 pieces, each written from a named podcast episode and carrying the show, the episode and the date it was recorded.

Perun · August 9, 2026

Force Design Principles from Emutopia: Lessons on Military Structure

Exploring how absurd procurement choices in a fictional military reveal key lessons about real-world force design principles and strategies.Covert Cabal · July 7, 2026

Russian Tank Storage and Losses: A 2026 Analysis

An expert review of Russia's declining tank reserves over four years, including storage counts and battlefield outcomes.CaspianReport · June 24, 2026

Five Paths to a US Ground Invasion of Iran: Strategic Options and Risks

Explore the strategic challenges and risks of a US ground invasion of Iran, its military geography, and the five primary routes into the region.CaspianReport · August 23, 2026

Alberta Separatism: Canada’s Political Crossroads

Explore Alberta's separatist movement, its origins, challenges, and implications for Canadian federal politics.Anders Puck Nielsen · June 25, 2026

Russian Frigate Firing Warning Shots at British Yacht: A Tactical Breakdown

An in-depth analysis of the incident where a Russian frigate fired warning shots at a British yacht, exploring naval protocols and strategic considerations.Anders Puck Nielsen · July 31, 2026

Drones and Tanks: Allocating Defense Budgets

Explore how military budgets might address the balance between traditional and modern platforms in light of evolving warfare technologies.Anders Puck Nielsen · July 10, 2026

Unpacking the Nord Stream Sabotage Investigation and Its Implications

An in-depth analysis of the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, its investigation, and the larger geopolitical questions it raises.RedEffect · August 19, 2026

Next Generation NATO Tanks: Exploring the Future of Armored Warfare

A detailed look at new NATO main battle tank designs featuring uncrewed turrets, advanced automation, and cutting-edge active protection systems.Sub Brief · September 3, 2026

Inside NATO's Oostende Class: Leading Robotic Mine Countermeasures

Discover the technological and operational innovations of NATO's Oostende Class mine hunters, designed to leverage robotic systems for modern mine warfare.Ward Carroll · September 2, 2026

US Military Operations in Strait of Hormuz

A discussion on evolving US maritime strategies and threats in the Strait of Hormuz.William Spaniel · September 2, 2026

Understanding Russia’s War Strategy: Domestic Politics and Strategic Impasse in Ukraine

An exploration of the complex links between Russian domestic politics, President Putin's survival, and the strategic challenges in Ukraine.Covert Cabal · August 1, 2026

Comparing Chinese and Iranian Ballistic Missile Strategies

Explore the differences between Chinese and Iranian ballistic missile strategies, their organizational structures, and operational goals.