Uncommon Defense

History Says America Can't Bomb Iran Into Surrender

I invite you to read my guest essay - History Says America Can’t Bomb Iran Into Surrender - for the Defending Democracy newsletter.

Mar 11 • Michael David Peck

Ukraine Is Getting Its Revenge on Iran

Iran sent drones to Russia. Now Ukraine is helping America fight Iranian drones.

Mar 10 • Michael David Peck

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February 2026

Russia Is Fighting Like It’s 1916 Again

Russia's battlefield performance is worse than in the bloody Battle of the Somme

Feb 9 • Michael David Peck

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January 2026

Laser Weapons Aren't Ready to Save Ukraine From Russia’s Drones

Laser and microwave weapons have potential, but the technology still needs to mature

Jan 20 • Michael David Peck

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China And Russia Doubt Golden Dome Will Work

But they may still beef up their nuclear forces to overwhelm U.S. missile defenses

Jan 9 • Michael David Peck

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China Won't Use Tanks To Invade Taiwan

China believes infantry can capture the island, without the need for heavy armor

Jan 9 • Michael David Peck

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December 2025