In Other News – Lithuania stands up to China as Taiwan opens a de facto embassy in Vilnius & More – 11/19/2021
November 19, 2021 Lithuania stands up to China as Taiwan opens a de facto embassy in Vilnius. In defiance of ongoing pressure from Beijing, on Thursday Lithuania announced that Taiwan had formally opened a de facto embassy in Vilnius using the name Taiwan. Other Taiwan offices in the United States and Europe refer to themselves […]
In Other News – US Appeals Court allows WhatsApp to move forward with a lawsuit against NSO Group & More – 11/12/2021
November 12, 2021 Turkish drones continue to grow in influence and sophistication, placing Turkey in esteemed but complicated geopolitical position. This week, leading Turkish defense company Baykar announced that it will be testing two new unmanned aircraft with the ability to take off from naval ships, further securing Ankara’s position at the forefront of drone […]
"A Spymaster and a Gentleman, Jack Devine Dispels CIA Myth and Dispenses his Truth," Jack Devine on The Live Drop November 8, 2021
Jack Devine speaks to The Live Drop about his initial impressions of Santiago in 1971, the vast difference between liberalism and communism, and he clarifies the extent and limitations of US involvement in both of Pinochet’s coup attempts. Link to podcast
In Other News – Tech companies & US try to curb Russian Influence in Nicaraguan Elections & More – 11/5/2021
November 5, 2021 Before Nicaraguan elections, tech companies, US government take action to curb corruption and Russian influence. For several months Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and his Vice President wife Rosario Murillo have been locking up political opponents and driving dissidents, businesspeople, and journalists out of the country to prevent any viable competition for the […]
