MSM Geopolitical Reporting for 2026-03-11
Today’s western leaning web coverage of the West vs Russia conflict. Most of these sources are what forms popular opinion in the west regarding geopolitics and conflict in particular.
Epic Fury Day 11: U.S. Promises “Most Intense Day Of Strikes” On Iran
The U.S. adds to its bomber force deployed to the U.K. as Iranian drones and missiles continue to fly. The post Epic Fury Day 11: U.S. Promises “Most Intense Day Of Strikes” On Iran appeared first on...
The War Zone
Mar 10, 2026 - twz.com
US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East
China sees a chance to look like a steadier broker but fears trade damage.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 10, 2026 - dailypress.com
Has Netanyahu defeated Trump? The honorless war on Iran and the question of Israeli nuclear blackmail
When you dance with the devil, the dance isn’t done until you are done.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Russia serves a cold dish to the GCC and India
The proverb “revenge is a dish best served cold” traces to French (“La vengeance se mange froide”), appearing in English literature by the 19th century. Most Americans do not know the French orign of ...
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
U.S. Striking Iranian Navy Ships With Ballistic Missiles
The use of ballistic missiles to hit adversary ships at long ranges is a preview of what is to come for the U.S. military. The post U.S. Striking Iranian Navy Ships With Ballistic Missiles appeared fi...
The War Zone
Mar 10, 2026 - twz.com
Israel’s mission: to set the Middle East ablaze
What is certain is that the situation is heating up and could become very, very dangerous if Israel is not stopped in time.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
US goes after Iran’s ability to lay sea mines, build drones, top general says
The U.S. military is targeting ships and storage facilities for Iranian sea mines, along with factories that build one-way attack drones. The post US goes after Iran’s ability to lay sea mines, build ...
Task & Purpose
Mar 10, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Crushing the right to conscientiously object
Elizabeth Vos on the social-media suppression of information that could help U.S service people refuse to join the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran as fears grow that Trump will send ground troops into the...
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Hegseth won’t say how long Iran war might last
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that President Donald Trump will decide when Operation Epic Fury’s objectives have been achieved. The post Hegseth won’t say how long Iran war might last ...
Task & Purpose
Mar 10, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
US, Russia, China tearing down rules-based order, EU Council chief Costa warns
European Council president said the bloc should not stand for "violations of international law" by any power, friend or foe.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 10, 2026 - politico.eu
Ukraine war latest: Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threat
Key developments on March 10:Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threatUkraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky saysUkr...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
EU threatens to pull funding for famed Venice art festival over Russian return
The Venice Biennale reinstated Russia's pavilion after a four-year absence.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 10, 2026 - politico.eu
Las bases estadounidenses no protegen – agreden a los pueblos del Golfo Pérsico
La ineficacia de la protección estadounidense revela la bajísima calidad de los productos de su complejo militar.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Russia's increased army size 'largely aspirational,' experts say
Russian President Vladimir Putin has increased the potential size of the country's armed forces, a move analysts say is tied to long-term military reforms aimed at strengthening Moscow's capabilities ...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Veteran who survived missile strike says field screenings ‘easily miss’ TBIs
In combat zones, traditional traumatic brain injury tests, which are intended for use in doctors' offices, can miss key signs, a retired officer says. A new test could provide better results. The post...
Task & Purpose
Mar 10, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Zelenskyy, Merkel and Bono get top EU prize
It's a beautiful day for U2.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 10, 2026 - politico.eu
Ukraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky says
submitted by /u/KI_official
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian Drones Strike russian 64N6 Nadgrobok Radar Guiding S-300PM and S-400 Systems in Crimea (Video)
submitted by /u/Scary_Statement4612
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky says
Zelensky said Ukrainian forces struck a plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast that manufactures control systems for Russian missiles. The facility, identified as Kremniy El, is one of Russia's largest micr...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
After Khamenei and Maduro, Putin knows he could be next
On Jan. 3, 2026, Nicolas Maduro was captured by U.S. forces in a dramatic military operation. Just 56 days later, a joint U.S.-Israeli airstrike killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in ...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Ukraine has enough money to last until May, officials say
An IMF loan has bought the EU time to overcome Hungary's veto on a €90 billion loan to Kyiv.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 10, 2026 - politico.eu
Europe braces for an energy crisis
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War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 10, 2026 - politico.eu
Russian forces hit residential center of Sloviansk
$1 submitted by /u/KI_official
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Evacuation with Denys Krystov: Olga and her cats and dogs.
$1 submitted by /u/FrankyandCoen
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian Drones Strike russian 64N6 Nadgrobok Radar Guiding S-300PM and S-400 Systems in Crimea (Video)
submitted by /u/Scary_Statement4612
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
US officials ask 'What does Putin have on Trump?' over downplayed Russian intel to Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration have downplayed reports that Russia has been providing intelligence to Iran used to target American forces, drawing frustration from U.S. officials w...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Ukraine retakes most Russian-held areas in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast after weeks of counterattacks
Ukraine has nearly liberated the remaining Russian-occupied parts of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast after several weeks of counterattacks in the part of the front line where Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Obl...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
We Were Right About Havana Syndrome
In late 2017, while traveling to Moscow on official duty, I experienced a sudden, debilitating health incident. After a long and arduous battle with the CIA to obtain treatment, military doctors at th...
War on the Rocks
Mar 10, 2026 - warontherocks.com
Iran is a crucial test case for the American way of war
The conflict in Ukraine seemed to cast doubt on a military model based on overwhelming air power
War in Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - ft.com
U.S. Eases Limits on Russian Energy as Oil Prices Soar
The volatility in energy markets because of the war in Iran could not come at a better time for President Vladimir V. Putin.
NYT > Russia-Ukraine War
Mar 10, 2026 - nytimes.com
Ukrainian missiles struck the „Kremny El“ microelectronics plant in Bryansk, Russia. You can see in this footage one of the missiles impacting. The enterprise produces goods for Russia‘s military industrial complex.
$1 submitted by /u/neonpurplestar
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine's Flamingo missile maker promises FP-9 ballistics will reach Moscow
submitted by /u/AdSpecialist6598
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine is developing a cheap ATACMS analogue with a range of up to 800 km: what is known about the missile
submitted by /u/lacerantplainer
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
USA Rejected Ukraine's Proposal to Combat Iranian Drones in 2025: Decision Now Considered a Mistake
submitted by /u/Mil_in_ua
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Trump vows to waive ‘some’ oil sanctions after call with Putin
submitted by /u/andrewgrabowski
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine holds lines in Donetsk Oblast, conducts new offensives
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
I mercenari brasiliani dichiarano di aver appreso la “guerriglia” in Ucraina
Kiev sta formando potenziali membri della criminalità organizzata in Brasile.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Mar 10, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Ukraine to get 35 Patriot interceptors in coming weeks, German media reports
Ukraine is expected to receive 35 PAC-3 Patriot interceptor missiles in the coming weeks as Kyiv faces a shortage of air defense ammunition amid continued Russian missile attacks.
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
US considering lifting Russian oil sanctions to reduce global energy prices
"Ukrainians will pay for that choice in blood," Alexander Kirk, a sanctions campaigner at the NGO Urgewald, told the Kyiv Independent.
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Ukraine sends experts to Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE amid Iranian drone strikes
Kyiv hopes to acquire PAC-2 and PAC-3 interceptors for Patriot air defenses in exchange, Zelensky told journalists.
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Exclusive: Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threat
A Saudi Arabian arms company has signed a deal to buy Ukrainian-made interceptor missiles, the Kyiv Independent has learned, with one source within Ukraine's defense industry saying that Riyadh and Ky...
The Kyiv Independent
Mar 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Fighting for Relevance Isn’t Everything
Welcome to The Ukraine Compass, a weekly digest of Ukrainian commentary and analysis from across the political spectrum only for War on the Rocks members. Each Monday, we bring you a curated selection...
War on the Rocks
Mar 10, 2026 - warontherocks.com
Afghanistan’s Taliban government rejects US allegation that it engages in ‘hostage diplomacy’
Afghanistan joined Iran as countries singled out by the U.S. in the past two weeks.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 10, 2026 - dailypress.com
Trump after call with Putin: "We're also waiving certain oil-related sanctions to reduce prices. So we have sanctions on some countries, we're gonna take those sanctions off until this straightens out. Who knows -- maybe we won't have to put them on, there will be so much peace."
submitted by /u/andrewgrabowski
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Trump says Putin would be more useful if he ended war in Ukraine
submitted by /u/SoftwareExact9359
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
USA Rejected Ukraine's Proposal to Combat Iranian Drones in 2025: Decision Now Considered a Mistake
submitted by /u/Mil_in_ua
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
After Ukrainian strikes, Russia no longer has missile carriers in Sea of Azov
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Q: Do we think Russians have shared intel & if so why are we giving waivers on sanctions? WITKOFF: I'm not an intel officer, so I can't tell you. I can tell you that on the call with the president, the Russians said they have not been sharing. That's what they said. We can take them at their word.
submitted by /u/andrewgrabowski
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Putin Clowns Trump After Their ‘Frank’ One-Hour Chat
submitted by /u/mugz8391
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
As Orban's election loss in Hungary looms, Putin is swapping in Fico as his new favourite EU puppet. Fico declared he will block the €90B EU loan to Ukraine if Orban loses, and "take up the baton from Hungary". Putin's decades-long investment in Fico seems to be paying off.
submitted by /u/Icy_Till_7254
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Russian soldiers surrender on Vovchansk axis because of low morale, Ukrainian military says
submitted by /u/murphystruggles
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
U.S. dismissed Ukraine deal for anti-Iran drone tech last year
submitted by /u/andrewgrabowski
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Germany Prepares New Batch of PAC-3 Interceptor Missiles for Ukraine
submitted by /u/Mil_in_ua
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Putin’s Russian operatives attacked American government employees in the Cuban Embassy, microwaving their brains; Trump’s Administration buried the evidence.
submitted by /u/No-Flight-4214
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine Shoots Down Rare $200,000 Russian Spy Drone Used for Battlefield Recon, Video
submitted by /u/WillyNilly1997
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Russia is the only winner of Middle East war, EU's Costa says
submitted by /u/PjeterPannos
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine strikes fuel depots, EW station near occupied Donetsk
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian forces strike Bryansk plant producing control systems for Russian missiles
submitted by /u/WillyNilly1997
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
Hungarian opposition reveals details of disinformation campaign allegedly prepared by Russian political strategists
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 10, 2026 - reddit.com
B-52s Arrive At U.K. Base As Air Campaign Over Iran Grinds On (Updated)
Three of the strategic bombers join a growing cadre of U.S. Air Force long-range strike assets deployed at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom. The post B-52s Arrive At U.K. Base As Air Campaign Over I...
The War Zone
Mar 9, 2026 - twz.com
Why Vladimir Putin is the biggest winner from the war in Iran
U.S.-Israeli strikes in the Middle East have driven up the price of oil, strengthening the Kremlin’s ability to fund its military campaign.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 9, 2026 - politico.eu
Commando Raid To Secure Iran’s Enriched Uranium May Become A Very Risky Necessity
A raid is fraught with risk, but it may become the only way to make sure the nuclear material is safe and out of the regime's hands. The post Commando Raid To Secure Iran’s Enriched Uranium May Become...
The War Zone
Mar 9, 2026 - twz.com
Prewar US intel assessment found intervention in Iran wasn’t likely to change leadership
Events of recent days lend credence to the assessment.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
Where things stand after another weekend of war
Both sides kept striking new targets over the weekend, including civilian ones.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
Dignified transfer for Kentucky soldier who was the 7th US service member to die in Iran war
The Pentagon says 26-year-old Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington of Glendale died Sunday.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts
It comes under increasing criticism for not doing enough to prepare.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
Rising oil prices throw Putin’s shadow fleet a lifeline
The war in Iran has tightened markets, making sanctioned Russian shipments more attractive to buyers.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Mar 9, 2026 - politico.eu
In Ukraine's Donbas, A Lovers' Kiss Becomes A Symbol Of War's Grim March
Just months ago, weddings were celebrated around a statue to young lovers in Ukraine’s eastern city of Druzhkivka. Today the monument is surrounded by ever-increasing destruction as Russian forces use...
Russia Invades Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Mar 9, 2026 - rferl.org
Bell’s X-76 Fold-Away Rotor Aircraft Is DARPA’s Newest X-Plane
Planned to fly in 2028, the X-76 will explore technologies for fast-flying runway-independent aircraft with folding rotors, crewed and uncrewed. The post Bell’s X-76 Fold-Away Rotor Aircraft Is DARPA’...
The War Zone
Mar 9, 2026 - twz.com
Ford carrier sailors likely won’t be home until May — nearly a year after deploying, Navy official says
The USS Gerald R. Ford left Naval Station Norfolk on June 24. Sailors likely won’t be home until May, according to a top Navy official.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
AI company Anthropic sues Trump administration seeking to undo ‘supply chain risk’ designation
Anthropic filed two separate lawsuits Monday.
Military – Daily Press
Mar 9, 2026 - dailypress.com
War in Ukraine today: latest news, 09 March 2026 (photo)
It has been the 1475 th day of the Ukrainian resistance to the russian military aggression. What is happening now in the north of Ukraine Kyiv oblast The city council announced that a donor day will...
News - Ukrainian Women's Guard
Mar 9, 2026 - uavarta.org
Ukraine Helps U.S. Bases in the Mideast With Stopping Drones
As the war in Iran spreads, Kyiv is eagerly offering its hard-won expertise and advanced technology to counter Iranian drones.
NYT > Russia-Ukraine War
Mar 9, 2026 - nytimes.com
Keeping the Fleet Battle-Ready: The Critical Role Of MRO In Naval Platforms
When we think of naval power, the image that usually comes to mind is one of motion and might: aircraft carriers slicing through the Pacific, submarines lurking silently in the deep, or destroyers lau...
Aviation and Defense Market Reports
Mar 9, 2026 - aviationanddefensemarketreports.com
Senator blocks veterans benefits bill over cost in ‘dollars and cents’
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) blocked a recent attempt to pass the Major Richard Star Act, citing concerns about how much the legislation would cost. The post Senator blocks veterans benefits bill over co...
Task & Purpose
Mar 9, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Air National Guard general says Iran operation demonstrates ‘wartime readiness’
“Our drills, our exercises, and our inspections have all been in preparation for this moment. We are writing history.” The post Air National Guard general says Iran operation demonstrates ‘wartime rea...
Task & Purpose
Mar 9, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Ukraine's Flamingo missile maker promises FP-9 ballistics will reach Moscow
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Mar 9, 2026 - reddit.com
Il peccato capitale: distinguere tra sionismo e giudaismo
Come il sionismo è diventato un'ideologia aggressiva e sta distruggendo l'America dall'interno