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Trump and the Alien Enemies Act of 1798: The Deportation of Venezuelan Gang Members as “Irregular Warfare”.

Trump and the Alien Enemies Act of 1798: The Deportation of Venezuelan Gang Members as “Irregular Warfare”.

In March 2025, President Donald Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act to expedite the deportation of Venezuelan migrants suspected of gang affiliations, specifically targeting the Tren de Aragua gang. This marked an unprecedented peacetime application of the act, as the United States is not officially at war with Venezuela. While not able to stop the beginning of the deportations, a federal judge issued a fourteen-day restraining order, opening to legal debates about the scope and applicability of the act in contemporary contexts.

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Wagner rebooted

Wagner rebooted

by Andrea Molle(AI-generated cover picture) As of February 2025, the Wagner Group, the most famous Russian private military company (PMC),..
Zizians, the rise of the vegan cult: from philosophy to violence

Zizians, the rise of the vegan cult: from philosophy to violence

The recent arrest of Jack LaSota, known online as “Ziz,” has brought attention to the enigmatic and dangerous group called the Zizians. Once an obscure internet subculture, it has now been thrust into the public eye as authorities uncover disturbing details about the group’s ideology and its links to violent crimes. Under LaSota’s leadership, the Zizians have evolved from a niche philosophical movement into an organized and radicalized network, willing to engage in extreme actions to further its beliefs.

The Philippines: A Geopolitical Linchpin in the Indo-Pacific and Italy’s Strategic Opportunity

The Philippines: A Geopolitical Linchpin in the Indo-Pacific and Italy’s Strategic Opportunity

Italy, as a key European power, has traditionally maintained a limited presence in the Indo-Pacific. However, given the increasing global significance of the region and the close ties currently defining its relationship with Washington, Rome should reassess its strategic engagement. However, while France and the UK have already enhanced their naval and economic involvement in the Indo-Pacific, Italy has yet to fully articulate its role. Italy’s economic interests align with a stable and rules-based Indo-Pacific. The region is a critical market for Italian exports, including defense technology, maritime equipment, and infrastructure development.