Julian McBride

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Julian McBride is a former US Marine, forensic anthropologist, and independent journalist born in New York. His bylines can be found in the National Security Journal, Byline Times, 19FortyFive, Heritage Daily, The Defense Post, Journal of Forensic Psychology, Modern Warfare Institute, Manara Mag, The Strategist, Pacific Forum, E-International Relations, NKInsider, and UK Defence Journal.

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Growth and Challenges in the Australia-Papua New Guinea Defense Pact

Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) solidified a defense pact in a formal declaration on October 6th, 2025, in the Australian capital of Canberra....

Adopting a Strategic Ambiguity Doctrine for South Korea Amidst Rising Tensions

Amidst the growing U.S. rift with various allies in Europe and even the Indo-Pacific, such as Japan and Australia, South Korea must reassess its...

Should Australia Reconsider an Alternative Submarine Deal with Japan?

Amidst stagnation and uncertainty over AUKUS’ Pillar II time, Australia’s undersea naval capabilities are increasingly aging and prone to being exposed by adversaries such...

Europe has the Capabilities but Lacks Political Will to Deter Russia

During the late summer and autumn of 2025, the Russian Federation has intensified its provocations towards European countries, which could escalate into armed confrontations....

Russia’s Grey Zone Strategy is Working and NATO Needs to Adapt

Amidst indecisiveness amongst Western countries to fully exert maximum pressure on Russia after months of failed negotiations, the Kremlin is stepping up hybrid warfare...

All Quiet on the West African Front

West Africa is becoming a silent powder keg that could explode into a cataclysmic situation in the next few years. As the world’s attention...

Why Russia Media Personalities Could Legally be Charged with Genocide Incitement in the Ukraine War

The Russian Federation has a formidable military that has been one of the arms of the Kremlin to enact its worldview. Alongside the military,...

Scars of Betrayal: Assyrians Continue to Feel Uncertainty from the Sykes-Picot Agreement

Assyrians are one of the oldest continuously documented ethnic groups in history today. Their presence dates to the initial stages of human civilization and...

Applying More Pressure on Russia by Bringing CSTO Members into the Western Fold

The Russian Federation resumes its invasion of Ukraine with little concern for the country’s sanctions, loss of soft power, and numerous military losses. Despite...

China’s Tightrope: Navigating the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

The People's Republic of China is adopting a deliberate and sustained approach to expanding its soft power and global influence. Eyeing a growing militarized...

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Why Is Japan Criticising the U.S. Over ICC Sanctions?

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