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Warfronts

Warfronts

Cloud10 358 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

Warfronts takes a deep dive into the world's most significant conflicts, past and present. Now available as a podcast, we explore modern wars, the politics behind them, and how they shape the world today. Whether it's a forgotten battle or the ongoing struggles in global hotspots, we break it down in a straightforward and engaging way. Perfect for history buffs and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of war and conflict. Hosted by Simon Whistler.

Episodes

Why Can't Saudi Arabia Defend Itself from the Houthis?
Why Can't Saudi Arabia Defend Itself from the Houthis? Oct 14, 2026 1406 Saudi Arabia possesses expensive American air defences and thousands of foreign troops, yet Houthi missiles and drones continue striking civilian airports, oil facilities, and cities. The rebels exploit a critical weakness: coordinated swarms of cheap weapons overwhelm costly interceptor systems, depleting stockpiles that cannot be replaced for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi
Trump is Breaking the Law to Help Russia. Why?
Trump is Breaking the Law to Help Russia. Why? Oct 13, 2026 1323 Trump announced a US-Russia diesel deal and an "energy ceasefire" that Ukraine never agreed to. Russia immediately violated it by striking Ukrainian power plants. The deal faces bipartisan opposition as potentially illegal under 2022 sanctions laws. Analysts say the imported diesel will barely dent US prices while funding Putin's war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mali Is F*cked
Mali Is F*cked Oct 12, 2026 1380 Mali faces a devastating multi-front insurgency that threatens to collapse the state entirely. Al-Qaeda-affiliated JNIM and Tuareg separatists control swathes of the north, while the Russia-backed junta suffers catastrophic losses. With soldiers growing disillusioned and regional allies overwhelmed, the coming months will determine whether Mali survives, splits, or falls completely. Learn more abo
Iran Has Lost Control of Hormuz. Here’s What that Means.
Iran Has Lost Control of Hormuz. Here’s What that Means. Oct 9, 2026 1084 Secretary of State Rubio claims Iran has lost control of the Strait of Hormuz. After months of US military operations degrading Iranian coastal defences, Gulf oil exports have returned to prewar levels. But Tehran refuses to quit, intensifying attacks and striking vessels deeper into Persian Gulf waters than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is Russia Planning in Kaliningrad?
What is Russia Planning in Kaliningrad? Oct 8, 2026 1357 Russia's strategic exclave of Kaliningrad sits sandwiched between Poland and Lithuania, heavily armed yet increasingly isolated since Ukraine's invasion began. Putin's recent nuclear threats regarding the territory, combined with provocative incidents including helicopter incursions and drone attacks, suggest Moscow may be baiting NATO into firing first to fracture alliance unity. Learn more about
How Ethiopia Turns Into a Regional Mega-War.
How Ethiopia Turns Into a Regional Mega-War. Oct 8, 2026 2584 Ethiopia's Tigray War killed 600,000 people. Now fighting has erupted again, with rebels forming a powerful multi-faction alliance against the federal government. This conflict threatens to destabilise an already fragile region, potentially drawing in Sudan, Eritrea, Somalia, and South Sudan, as rival international coalitions pour weapons into devastating proxy wars. Learn more about your ad choic
Saudi Arabia is Ready to Take Back Yemen. Can it be Done?
Saudi Arabia is Ready to Take Back Yemen. Can it be Done? Oct 6, 2026 1229 Saudi Arabia has launched a major counteroffensive in Yemen, recapturing the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait from Houthi rebels just weeks after losing it. With 100,000 troops and massive air support, government forces made rapid gains along the Red Sea coast. But holding territory in Yemen's brutal terrain remains another matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ethiopia’s Rebels Are Collapsing. That Doesn’t Mean The War Is Over
Ethiopia’s Rebels Are Collapsing. That Doesn’t Mean The War Is Over Oct 5, 2026 1178 Ethiopia's rebel alliance is fracturing just weeks after forming. Government forces have retaken Mekelle and pushed militants from multiple regions, yet the war is far from over. Internal divisions plague the coalition, while potential Eritrean involvement and drone supplies from Sudan threaten to escalate this into a broader regional conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/
Ethiopia is at War. Here's What You Need to Know
Ethiopia is at War. Here's What You Need to Know Oct 1, 2026 1447 Ethiopia faces renewed civil war as the Tigray People's Liberation Front clashes with federal forces across multiple regions. A fragile alliance of seven rebel groups, united only by opposition to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, threatens to engulf the Horn of Africa in conflict, with Eritrea and Sudan potentially drawn in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did He Know?
Did He Know? Sep 30, 2026 1075 Reports claim Benjamin Netanyahu received warnings about the October 7th attacks from the UAE and Egypt but failed to act or inform intelligence agencies. With Israel's first post-attack election approaching, Netanyahu denies everything and is suing outlets publishing these stories. The question of accountability remains unanswered without a formal inquiry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Haiti’s Gangs are Taking Over. The Trump Administration is Making It Worse.
Haiti’s Gangs are Taking Over. The Trump Administration is Making It Worse. Sep 29, 2026 1356 Haiti faces a devastating crisis as the Viv Ansanm gang coalition controls ninety percent of Port-au-Prince. Despite this, the US is pressuring Haiti to hold elections by December. With millions unable to vote safely and security forces badly outmatched, rushing to the polls risks legitimising gangs or disenfranchising civilians entirely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi
Thailand's Unwinnable Hidden War
Thailand's Unwinnable Hidden War Sep 28, 2026 1420 For over two decades, a largely unnoticed insurgency has raged in Thailand's southern provinces, where ethnic Malay Muslims have fought against the Thai state. Since 2004, more than 7,600 people have died. Recent coordinated attacks and surprising diplomatic signals suggest both sides may finally be ready for a negotiated settlement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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