Mandate, Momentum, and the Mechanics of Power
Suresh Acharya The eleventh-hour political alignment of 47-year-old Rabi Lamichhane and 36-year-old Balendra Shah has secured a mandate in the midterm elections of March 5 that far exceeds their earlier…
Clausewitz’s Coup d’œil and the Center of Gravity: Understanding the Strategic and Operational Dynamics of the Iran War
Abstract Modern warfare increasingly unfolds within complex geopolitical systems involving multiple actors, domains, and strategic objectives. Classical strategic theory, however, continues to offer valuable analytical tools for interpreting contemporary conflicts.…
Geography, Operational Depth, and Logistical Friction: The Strategic Inadvisability of a Land War in Iran
Abstract Iran’s geography exemplifies the profound influence of terrain and environment on operational art. Spanning approximately 1.65 million km², the Iranian plateau features the Zagros Mountains (~1,500 km) in the…
“PUNDITS” Stop Underestimating Balen Shah: Nepal’s latest Leader Isn’t Just a Rapper-He’s Poised to Transform a Nation
In the ever-shifting landscape of global politics, international and regional pundits have a habit of dismissing unconventional figures as fleeting novelties. Balen Shah, the 35-year-old former rapper and former mayor…