GIS Radio: Drones transform warfare but not strategic outcomes

GIS Radio: Drones transform warfare but not strategic outcomes

Author: Geopolitical Intelligence Services (GIS) May 11, 2026 Duration: 11:20
Unmanned systems reshape modern combat, driving innovation and countermeasures, yet still fall short of decisive battlefield victories. An analysis by Rob de Wijk. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all GIS Reports 📝 Read the weekly comments from Prince Michael of Liechtenstein 🔔 Stay updated on the latest reports and analysis: LinkedIn & X 📬 Sign up for our weekly newsletter or subscribe directly on LinkedIn

In a world saturated with instant takes and recycled narratives, Unconventional Knowledge by GIS offers a different kind of conversation. This isn't about the day's headlines, but the deeper currents moving beneath them. Hosted by the analysts and network of Geopolitical Intelligence Services, each episode is built around a dialogue with a genuine insider-diplomats, intelligence veterans, economists, and strategists who operate where critical decisions are made. The focus rests squarely on the intricate interplay of geopolitics, global economics, and security, dissecting the forces that truly reshape nations and markets. You'll hear discussions that challenge conventional wisdom, unpack long-term trends often missed by standard reporting, and explore the nuanced factors that influence everything from trade corridors to technological competition. The aim is to provide context and clarity on complex international issues, moving past the noise to examine the underlying structures and strategic calculations at play. For anyone engaged in business or simply seeking a more substantive understanding of a volatile world, this podcast serves as a vital resource, transforming unconventional knowledge into actionable insight.
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GIS Radio: EU bans all Russian gas for good [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:23
Cuts in both direct and indirect Russian gas supplies expose the EU to a complex set of energy security risks, especially from the volatile Middle East. An analysis by Bob Savic. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all…
GIS Radio: Split victory in Portugal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:58
While Portugal’s presidential election produced a clear winner, rising support for the national-conservative right suggests the balance of power is shifting. An analysis by Jaime Nogueira Pinto. Read the full report here…
GIS Radio: Cambodian-Thai conflict exposes ASEAN limits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:32
Sporadic clashes highlight ineffective ceasefires for historical disputes, ASEAN’s lack of agency and a likelihood external actors will shape the region’s outcomes. An analysis by Adinda Khaerani Epstein. Read the full r…
GIS Radio: Tajikistan tests China’s power in Central Asia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:55
China has surpassed Russia as Tajikistan’s main trading partner, but Moscow’s declining security role poses a risky dilemma for Beijing. An analysis by Stefan Hedlund. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all GIS Reports…
GIS Radio: The never-ending power struggle in Guinea-Bissau [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:21
Another coup has derailed Guinea-Bissau’s fragile democracy, with the military junta removing President Embalo and freezing the electoral process. An analysis by Teresa Nogueira Pinto. Read the full report here. 📚 Explor…
GIS Radio: South Africa-U.S. rift deepens after G20 snub [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:41
Diplomatic tensions between Pretoria and Washington continue to worsen, undermining cooperation and isolating Africa’s largest economy. An analysis by Ralph Mathekga. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all GIS Reports…
GIS Radio: Belarus and the limits of Western outreach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:49
Belarus remains closely tied to Russia despite limited U.S. engagement, with modest prospects for strategic realignment in the near term. An analysis by James Jay Carafano. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all GIS Re…
GIS Radio: Gen Z’s political alienation fuels rise in extremism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:14
Gen Z’s pandemic scars, social-media isolation and disordered home life have eroded trust in the American social contract, increasing disaffection and extremism. An analysis by Diane Katz. Read the full report here. 📚 Ex…
GIS Radio: Juntas and Moscow reshaping Sahel alliances [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:26
Strategic geopolitical realignment, violence and crackdowns are hallmarks of Russia-aligned junta leadership in the Sahel. An analysis by Federica Saini Fasanotti. Read the full report here. 📚 Explore all GIS Reports 📝 R…