Missives from Dane
After six continents, 50 U.S. states, and over 100 countries and counting - I finally decided to start writing about the amazing people, crazy adventures, and unbelievable opportunities that have filled my life. Missives from Dane is a series of insights, ramblings, and hopefully occasionally inspiring thoughts from my life - on issues that are personal, professional, and just simply strange. I hope you enjoy them (or hopefully at least one of them).
Lebanon’s new president signals Hezbollah’s decline and a chance for sovereignty
Cracks are appearing in Hezbollah’s once-formidable foundation, and Joseph Aoun’s leadership represents an unprecedented opportunity for Lebanon to reclaim its sovereignty and move beyond the shadow of Hezbollah.
from the ashes of Syria to the sands of Libya: the UN's critical and urgent role in counteracting Russian expansionism
The unexpected downfall of the Assad regime in Syria has reverberated throughout the Middle East, representing a significant blow to Russia's geopolitical ambitions in the area. This volatile environment fosters further instability, and Russia, with its opportunistic foreign policy, is already scouting for new avenues to extend its influence - Libya beware!