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A map of the current situation in the western Sahel, where Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are fighting jihadist and separatist insurgencies.
Due to the nature of the conflict, the operational areas of the insurgent groups are shown rather than 'control'.
Due to the nature of the conflict, the operational areas of the insurgent groups are shown rather than 'control'.
September 29, 2025 at 10:03 PM
A map of the current situation in the western Sahel, where Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are fighting jihadist and separatist insurgencies.
Due to the nature of the conflict, the operational areas of the insurgent groups are shown rather than 'control'.
Due to the nature of the conflict, the operational areas of the insurgent groups are shown rather than 'control'.
It’s been a frustrating few months, as other life priorities have kept me from working on anything for this account (USAID funding 😉).
I won’t commit to a return date as I’ve tried that before and wasn’t able to stick to it.
I won’t commit to a return date as I’ve tried that before and wasn’t able to stick to it.
July 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
It’s been a frustrating few months, as other life priorities have kept me from working on anything for this account (USAID funding 😉).
I won’t commit to a return date as I’ve tried that before and wasn’t able to stick to it.
I won’t commit to a return date as I’ve tried that before and wasn’t able to stick to it.
Close-up satellite imagery of the Natanz nuclear facility in Iran following Israeli strikes last night.
High-resolution visuals show visible damage to multiple structures across the site.
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High-resolution visuals show visible damage to multiple structures across the site.
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June 13, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Close-up satellite imagery of the Natanz nuclear facility in Iran following Israeli strikes last night.
High-resolution visuals show visible damage to multiple structures across the site.
soar.earth/draw/2257
High-resolution visuals show visible damage to multiple structures across the site.
soar.earth/draw/2257
Ukraine updates for the past fortnight:
Russian forces advancing west of Nevske and Terny have reached and taken Katerynivka as well as positions along the Ukrainian fortification line in the area.
Russian forces advancing west of Nevske and Terny have reached and taken Katerynivka as well as positions along the Ukrainian fortification line in the area.
April 10, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Ukraine updates for the past fortnight:
Russian forces advancing west of Nevske and Terny have reached and taken Katerynivka as well as positions along the Ukrainian fortification line in the area.
Russian forces advancing west of Nevske and Terny have reached and taken Katerynivka as well as positions along the Ukrainian fortification line in the area.
I didn't want my investments to go up anyway
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April 2, 2025 at 9:55 PM
I didn't want my investments to go up anyway
As of the end of March 2025, Russia occupies 18.3% (+0.05%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 272.72km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 272.72km² over the month.
April 1, 2025 at 10:27 PM
As of the end of March 2025, Russia occupies 18.3% (+0.05%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 272.72km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 272.72km² over the month.
Ukraine updates:
A new Ukrainian incursion has entered the settlements of Demidovka and Popovka in Belgorod oblast, directly south of the previous Ukrainian offensive into Kursk.
A new Ukrainian incursion has entered the settlements of Demidovka and Popovka in Belgorod oblast, directly south of the previous Ukrainian offensive into Kursk.
March 27, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Ukraine updates:
A new Ukrainian incursion has entered the settlements of Demidovka and Popovka in Belgorod oblast, directly south of the previous Ukrainian offensive into Kursk.
A new Ukrainian incursion has entered the settlements of Demidovka and Popovka in Belgorod oblast, directly south of the previous Ukrainian offensive into Kursk.
As of the end of February 2025, Russia occupied 18.26% (+0.05%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 251km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 251km² over the month.
March 19, 2025 at 8:01 AM
As of the end of February 2025, Russia occupied 18.26% (+0.05%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 251km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 251km² over the month.
Ukraine updates:
In Kursk, Russian forces have successfully pushed Ukrainian units out. Continued pressure on the flanks of the incursion ultimately forced the withdrawal. While some Ukrainian elements may still be present in the forests to the south, the incursion can largely be considered over.
In Kursk, Russian forces have successfully pushed Ukrainian units out. Continued pressure on the flanks of the incursion ultimately forced the withdrawal. While some Ukrainian elements may still be present in the forests to the south, the incursion can largely be considered over.
March 18, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Ukraine updates:
In Kursk, Russian forces have successfully pushed Ukrainian units out. Continued pressure on the flanks of the incursion ultimately forced the withdrawal. While some Ukrainian elements may still be present in the forests to the south, the incursion can largely be considered over.
In Kursk, Russian forces have successfully pushed Ukrainian units out. Continued pressure on the flanks of the incursion ultimately forced the withdrawal. While some Ukrainian elements may still be present in the forests to the south, the incursion can largely be considered over.
With Russia rejecting a ceasefire, it will soon be clear whether Trump’s tough stance on Ukraine was an aim for peace or favouring Russia.
Russia's refusal suggests they don’t see resumed U.S. support as likely, as their only motive to accept a ceasefire would be to prevent it.
Russia's refusal suggests they don’t see resumed U.S. support as likely, as their only motive to accept a ceasefire would be to prevent it.
March 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
With Russia rejecting a ceasefire, it will soon be clear whether Trump’s tough stance on Ukraine was an aim for peace or favouring Russia.
Russia's refusal suggests they don’t see resumed U.S. support as likely, as their only motive to accept a ceasefire would be to prevent it.
Russia's refusal suggests they don’t see resumed U.S. support as likely, as their only motive to accept a ceasefire would be to prevent it.
Ukraine updates:
In Kursk, Russia has taken back full control of Sverdlikovo, one of the first positions to be captured by Ukraine at the start of the Kursk incursion. Meanwhile, Ukraine has retaken positions south of Russkoe Porechnoe.
In Kursk, Russia has taken back full control of Sverdlikovo, one of the first positions to be captured by Ukraine at the start of the Kursk incursion. Meanwhile, Ukraine has retaken positions south of Russkoe Porechnoe.
February 21, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Ukraine updates:
In Kursk, Russia has taken back full control of Sverdlikovo, one of the first positions to be captured by Ukraine at the start of the Kursk incursion. Meanwhile, Ukraine has retaken positions south of Russkoe Porechnoe.
In Kursk, Russia has taken back full control of Sverdlikovo, one of the first positions to be captured by Ukraine at the start of the Kursk incursion. Meanwhile, Ukraine has retaken positions south of Russkoe Porechnoe.
Ukraine updates:
Ukraine have carried out a counterattack in Kursk securing the precarious position that had been developing south of Sudzha.
Meanwhile, Russia has taken positions inside Sverdlikovo, northwest of Sudzha.
Ukraine have carried out a counterattack in Kursk securing the precarious position that had been developing south of Sudzha.
Meanwhile, Russia has taken positions inside Sverdlikovo, northwest of Sudzha.
February 12, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Ukraine updates:
Ukraine have carried out a counterattack in Kursk securing the precarious position that had been developing south of Sudzha.
Meanwhile, Russia has taken positions inside Sverdlikovo, northwest of Sudzha.
Ukraine have carried out a counterattack in Kursk securing the precarious position that had been developing south of Sudzha.
Meanwhile, Russia has taken positions inside Sverdlikovo, northwest of Sudzha.
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February 5, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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As of the end of January 2025, Russia occupied 18.21% (+0.07%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 427.47km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 427.47km² over the month.
February 4, 2025 at 8:28 PM
As of the end of January 2025, Russia occupied 18.21% (+0.07%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 427.47km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 427.47km² over the month.
Ukraine updates:
In Kharkiv, Russia has significantly expanded its positions on the western bank of the Oskil River. They have taken positions both north and south of the previous area of control in Dvorichna.
In Kharkiv, Russia has significantly expanded its positions on the western bank of the Oskil River. They have taken positions both north and south of the previous area of control in Dvorichna.
February 3, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Ukraine updates:
In Kharkiv, Russia has significantly expanded its positions on the western bank of the Oskil River. They have taken positions both north and south of the previous area of control in Dvorichna.
In Kharkiv, Russia has significantly expanded its positions on the western bank of the Oskil River. They have taken positions both north and south of the previous area of control in Dvorichna.
Ukraine map updates:
Russian forces have taken control of Vremivka and thus the final road out of Velyka Novosilka. The settlement is now effectively cut off and Russia has begun assaulting from the west. Some Ukrainian forces remain in the town.
Russian forces have taken control of Vremivka and thus the final road out of Velyka Novosilka. The settlement is now effectively cut off and Russia has begun assaulting from the west. Some Ukrainian forces remain in the town.
January 24, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Ukraine map updates:
Russian forces have taken control of Vremivka and thus the final road out of Velyka Novosilka. The settlement is now effectively cut off and Russia has begun assaulting from the west. Some Ukrainian forces remain in the town.
Russian forces have taken control of Vremivka and thus the final road out of Velyka Novosilka. The settlement is now effectively cut off and Russia has begun assaulting from the west. Some Ukrainian forces remain in the town.
Ukraine war updates:
Russia has continued retaking lost areas of Kursk. Pogrebki is again contested. Further east, Russia has retaken control of Russskoye Porechnoye.
Russia has continued retaking lost areas of Kursk. Pogrebki is again contested. Further east, Russia has retaken control of Russskoye Porechnoye.
January 16, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Ukraine war updates:
Russia has continued retaking lost areas of Kursk. Pogrebki is again contested. Further east, Russia has retaken control of Russskoye Porechnoye.
Russia has continued retaking lost areas of Kursk. Pogrebki is again contested. Further east, Russia has retaken control of Russskoye Porechnoye.
I have put together a brief background on the historical leadership of Mali as an introduction to a planned series of articles on the current situation in Mali.
open.substack.com/pub/warmappe...
open.substack.com/pub/warmappe...
From Independence to Instability: Mali's Leadership Journey
A Historical Overview of Mali's Presidents, Coups, and the Struggle for Stability.
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January 12, 2025 at 2:34 PM
I have put together a brief background on the historical leadership of Mali as an introduction to a planned series of articles on the current situation in Mali.
open.substack.com/pub/warmappe...
open.substack.com/pub/warmappe...
In 2024, Russian forces expanded their control in Ukraine by approximately 3,200 km², increasing the total occupied area to 18.14% of the country.
This represents an additional 0.54% of Ukraine’s total territory coming under Russian control during the year.
This represents an additional 0.54% of Ukraine’s total territory coming under Russian control during the year.
As of the end of December 2024, Russia occupied 18.14% (+0.07%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
January 8, 2025 at 1:24 AM
In 2024, Russian forces expanded their control in Ukraine by approximately 3,200 km², increasing the total occupied area to 18.14% of the country.
This represents an additional 0.54% of Ukraine’s total territory coming under Russian control during the year.
This represents an additional 0.54% of Ukraine’s total territory coming under Russian control during the year.
As of the end of December 2024, Russia occupied 18.14% (+0.07%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
January 8, 2025 at 12:32 AM
As of the end of December 2024, Russia occupied 18.14% (+0.07%) of Ukraine, including Crimea and the areas of Donetsk and Luhansk occupied before 2022, shown in purple.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
This represents a net gain by Russia of approximately 408km² over the month.
Uncovered some old research of mine. Willing to offer expertise for the upcoming movie.
January 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Uncovered some old research of mine. Willing to offer expertise for the upcoming movie.
Merry Christmas everyone!
December 24, 2024 at 8:07 PM
Merry Christmas everyone!
Ukraine map updates:
In Kharkiv Oblast, Russian forces have crossed the Oskil River north of Kup’yans’k and entered the settlement of Dvorichna.
In Kharkiv Oblast, Russian forces have crossed the Oskil River north of Kup’yans’k and entered the settlement of Dvorichna.
December 24, 2024 at 5:55 PM
Ukraine map updates:
In Kharkiv Oblast, Russian forces have crossed the Oskil River north of Kup’yans’k and entered the settlement of Dvorichna.
In Kharkiv Oblast, Russian forces have crossed the Oskil River north of Kup’yans’k and entered the settlement of Dvorichna.