This map shows an approximation of the locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.
Threatening to mine the Strait of Hormuz is more useful to Tehran than actually doing so.
The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.
The sea is Hanoi's economic and energy lifeline.
Finland is balancing the drive for greater regional security cooperation with its economic relationship with Russia.
The jihadist group has taken advantage of Yemen's chaos since the Arab Spring to begin seizing control of territory.
Russia will have to choose between financial security or a strong defense sector.
Opposition politicians may see recent protests as an opportunity to regain lost influence.