History
5 items tagged “History”
Articles
Iran Crisis 2026 vs 2019 Tensions: What's Different This Time
Iran crisis 2026 vs 2019 — how the Soleimani assassination compares to the Khamenei killing, why Iran's restraint in 2020 became full retaliation in 2026, and what changed in the Strait of Hormuz, proxy networks, and nuclear program.
Is This Like the Cuban Missile Crisis? Comparing 1962 and 2026
Is the 2026 Iran crisis like the Cuban Missile Crisis? A detailed comparison of the two closest approaches to nuclear conflict — the 1962 US-Soviet standoff over Cuba and the 2026 US-Iran war — across Doomsday Clock position, nuclear proximity, leadership, and de-escalation pathways.
Iran War vs Iraq War: How the 2026 and 2003 Conflicts Compare
Iran war vs Iraq war — a detailed comparison of the 2026 US-Iran conflict and the 2003 Iraq invasion across authorization, coalition size, objectives, force structure, economic impact, and nuclear risk.
Explainers
What Is Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD)?
What is mutually assured destruction? The Cold War nuclear doctrine that prevents nuclear war by guaranteeing both sides' annihilation. History, logic, criticisms, and why MAD still defines nuclear strategy in 2026.
What Is the Doomsday Clock?
A comprehensive guide to the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists' Doomsday Clock — its history, meaning, and relevance today.