This week’s analysis highlights some of the most significant geopolitical developments involving America’s adversaries—China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea—between January 24, 2026 - January 31, 2026.
Comprehensive roundup with solid sourcing throughout. The Starlink piece is particularly interesting, that movement-based deactivation SpaceX implemented feels like a temporary patch at best. The Iran section is chilling, those casualty numbers combined with the army-IRGC unity statement suggest the regime is digging in rather than collapsing despite massive internal pressure. Russia's rate of advance being slower than theSomme is a stat that deserves more attention.
Comprehensive roundup with solid sourcing throughout. The Starlink piece is particularly interesting, that movement-based deactivation SpaceX implemented feels like a temporary patch at best. The Iran section is chilling, those casualty numbers combined with the army-IRGC unity statement suggest the regime is digging in rather than collapsing despite massive internal pressure. Russia's rate of advance being slower than theSomme is a stat that deserves more attention.