The World's Current Conflicts (A Situation Room Special Episode)

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[@CombatRing]

A monthly edition of this presentation would be greatly appreciated.

[@NANA-v7w5n]

On the one hand I definitely agree as there is so much forgotten conflict when the media decides what ppl should care about. On the other hand and not a critique to your comment but to the ppl who attack other random ppl for not paying attention to everything, I’ve usually somewhat familiarised myself with different conflicts because I work in international law but presently I have paid most attention to Israel because my government in Australia is complicit and I take strong exception to that. But what I’ve found is certain things are so repugnant it has an impact on your own mental health and I know that’s super weak coming from a person who will likely never be subject to these things in my comfy Sydney house, but when I noticed this me and my autistic nature tried to understand it because I don’t normally get that emotional response more objectively review the legal issues and I think it must be our brains have evolved to deal with what’s going on in just our little communities and suddenly we are subject to all atrocities of the world and it’s too much sometimes. I do agree tho because it should be information available in digestible way so ppl can inform themselves without having to accept what ppl the media decides are worth knowing about

[@3mPeRaToR]

Yes

[@Ufgbja]

Once every few months would be fine. Not much changes often.😊

[@CombatRing]

@@NANA-v7w5n indeed. I find that both sides win with such regular updates as these. The uninformed are now informed, and those who wish to remain informed get what they need. While these conflicts are all tragic and it does feel sometimes like the world is actively burning, I believe it's our civic duty to at least have a basic knowledge of current events so that our voice -- and our vote -- carries better weight.

[@davidcaddell9290]

Maybe a once a month round up of the more minor conflics that escaped the headlines, and a once per quarter video like this?

[@lemcsudds]

I like this format a lot. Trying to digest all the media surrounding these conflicts is daunting. Well done

[@TheJezza80]

Not gonna lie. This channel has turned into my source of news updates. Appreciate the work you guys do.keep it coming

[@zacnewman7140]

One of my big sources too. There are several others that I follow as well to get different angles on events, it just _baffles_ me that anyone pays attention to any mainstream US "news" outlet.

[@Kkaffeine]

​@@zacnewman7140 call me a conspiracy theorist but taking any msm in any country serious is, in my eyes, naive.

[@zacnewman7140]

@@daytonhh9698 ...did you not watch the video? Half the section on the Ukraine war was talking about Kursk.

[@Yawellsham]

Tbf these are the most pro western neoliberalism takes imaginable. I hope people at least try to entertain other perspectives. Aristotles definition of intelligence holds fast.

[@thebritishgamer836]

​@@Yawellshamyuppp, when I read someone saying this sold out guy was their main source my first thought was "rip. Another one to be brainwashed"

[@BobWithHat]

Feedback: 1. Add timestamps, please! They're so useful for referencing. 2. "Confections"? How sweet! 3. Thank you for the video! (Edit: forgot to mention...) 4. I like the summary / hit list format, it's good to do these every once in a while imo. Not every time, though. 5. Could be useful to have links in the doobleydoo to videos that go more in depth on each of the subjects.

[@majeedmamah7457]

Seconded

[@manitoublack]

Hit list episodes are good 👍. Maybe on a quarterly basis. And yeah. Time stamps are required

[@NANA-v7w5n]

Disappointed to have missed the apparent typo that everyone else saw

[@FlyWithFitz81]

@@NANA-v7w5n it was sweet

[@EmperorDank]

Call me old school but i never use timestamps, do people use them to skip around or?

[@Varizen87]

This video has nothing to do with cakes or pastries or anything sweet. I was promised confections around the world and all I got was an intelligent discussion of Conflicts.

[@xtr1092]

its bad when your promised cakes and you dont get any, i feel for ya

[@Varizen87]

@@xtr1092 The cake was a lie. :(

[@troystaunton254]

Thanks to this channel I’ve decided the best thing I can do for my loved ones is 1. Get very fit. 2. Invest heavily in Raytheon.

[@DocReaper88]

Yep. Time to lose a ton of weight and run a lot.

[@NapoleonicWargaming]

Get your grouping size down too

[@gochaavtandilashvili8372]

Lol

[@Ultravenom1]

Marathon and Raytheon 2025 💪

[@DoctorMandible]

Funding war mongers...

[@Insanabiliter_In_Linea]

These are some really weird confections.

[@666lianne666]

Strange confections indeed tastes conflicted.

[@randomusernameq1891]

Would love to see an analysis of what "experts" predicted 1y ago and how wrong or right they were.

[@daniloalves1139]

whatever experts that go on TV say, its the opposite that gonna happen. If u want to really know what experts are saying go read articles. Media is manipulation.

[@martijndaems6503]

Great idea!

[@michaelhowell2326]

That would be really great. I can't remember the last time I saw a comment that I hope the channel managers see and pay attention to, but this one is definitely on the list.

[@TheDucky2009]

thanks for a neutral informative place to get news like this. All media should be reported like this.

[@NapoleonicWargaming]

This is channel is far from neutral. But hey, what is?

[@__init__]

Love this format would be great to get these on a regular basis

[@sarabreugelmans4859]

Absolutely love this format, would like to see more in the future! It gives a handy overview of everything going on

[@Emcron]

NGL I was hoping for a tiramisu, or at least something with lemon curd...

[@michaelhowell2326]

Please excuse my ignorance, but I've seen a few comments talking about cakes and confections. What's the joke I'm missing, please?

[@ItsHyomoto]

I appreciate the video format, Simon is a presenter legend, and thank you for offering up a dense yet uncluttered look at the world's conflicts.

[@Ember-vw2ms]

I've never seen such a serious video about confections

[@danielknight506]

I would pay patreon for this. This channel has become my primary news source. Amazing job Simon

[@Emmy._.-._Journals]

Loved this! Please do a monthly catch up, things are moving alot faster across these conflicts and will only increase. Geopolitics is something more people need to be aware of and fact boy as usual does an incredible job breaking it down and making it easily understood for those new to the subject! Bravo Simon and team 👏 👏👏

[@myrmidon111]

"Confections"? 😬

[@sizanogreen9900]

sounds tasty. :)

[@Selan-hp7yd]

I never expected them to go into baking, but it is a bold innovative move

[@davidpotash7256]

I’m loving this typo

[@cansmoker84]

i was hoping for an expose on the worlds newest tasty treats!

[@sizanogreen9900]

@@cansmoker84 Honestly just what the world might need right now xD

[@catherinebormann2992]

This format would be good every so often. So many of these conflicts get bogged down in the play by play. It's good to have an occasional overview

[@idontwannabehereprobably]

We need these more often, great unbiased breakdown. Would also like to see more coverage on Sudan and Myanmar conflicts, neither get ANY coverage worldwide

[@FreeFallingAir]

Unfortunately it's only going to get worse before better...thanks for the updates as usual Simon. Take care everyone.

[@shemdennis]

A week hasn't begun before a dose of "THE SITUATION ROOM".

[@deathbeforedishonor9012]

5 am est and a new warographic dropped it’s gonna be a good week !

[@madmick3794]

Great idea, monthly update like this would be spot on. Crazy to realise this is all happening right now.

[@babyland5240]

I think the Rohingya genocide/war should be added to the list as well. The junta military is so ruthless against their own people

[@kvstvmaf3150]

Yes, please more of these. Thankyou.

[@Lithium_82]

I really like this recap of what you and the team have been covering.

[@ChineseKiwi]

My fat arse thought of confectionery. Admit it, you did too.

[@miguelvazquez2239]

This was a great video summary of what is going on in the world. This is something that should be repeated every 3 months or so

[@BESTGINGEREU]

Incredible content; you're now the only source I trust to keep me informed of Geopolitics across the globe. I find your delivery to be fantastic and I hope you do decide to continue with this series.

[@tthappyrock368]

Thank you for discussing these battles!

[@spicypeanuts]

That poor XLR cable seems strained. It’s all I could look at.

[@AusAviation149]

Simon “Gaz” - “Good news first, the world’s in great shape….”

[@cs1458]

I've been watching Simon for years and I don't think he's done a single bicep curl in that time.

[@cyrusnoble4346]

Simon is such an undervalued mind in our society. This man is always exploring and sharing something new. How lucky we all are to exist in a time where we get to tag along. Thank you for all you do!

[@mgsb387]

I really enjoy these updates. Thank you for all the efforts!

[@cynamun467]

This morning I planned to make this list for myself. Thank you for doing the hard work for me. More please

[@garrettmccool]

This should be an episode that gets released once a year! Released on the same day every year. We can see how the world has changed, if it's more peaceful, more violent, etc.

[@catherinebormann2992]

As fast as things change, I think quarterly would be good

[@jmporkbob]

I love the format. Only unfortunate thing about the timing of this specific one is that the big developments of Israel turning its efforts toward Hezzbollah in earnest, and Ukraine destroying major Russian stockpiles, didn't make it in by the recording date. Which as a one-off is unfortunate, but if it becomes a series then it's no big deal and can make it in the next one.

[@TheOGSpecOps]

And HANDS DOWN one of the best journalist reporting on the geo political theater

[@Royce16727]

Love the format of this video! Doing a roundup of ongoing conflicts and potential flashpoints, every two or three months, would be very helpful to me in keeping track of everything that's going on. Keep it up!

[@maddiethomas5892]

I am the international affairs reporter for my school. I am amazed by the reaction whenever I report on any of these conflicts. They're too complicated for a YT comment but I can sum it up by : People are very complex and predictable opinions are not at all accurate. My classmates don't seem to grasp the dangers of these conflicts.

[@DirtyFishFingers]

Simon getting buff. Arms outgrowing head.

[@multiyapples]

Definitely do a monthly edition of this.

[@TheOGSpecOps]

I love the situation rooms overview. But I also love the in depth analysis play by play of specific regions and conflicts having a video dedicated solely to the topic it pertains.

[@petergoverts7723]

I always enjoy your broadcast!! It’s always very precise to the topics !😊

[@kreiner1]

If you have time and you do seem tolike being busy. I need it every week. It's hard to know what is going on and how much of the story you get. You really give some of the best news that I've heard in a long time, and i watch politics and global affairs a lot. We kind know how well you treat your writers, and im glad because right now they are the best in the business. You may not have meant it, Simon, but you have become very necessary to world news. I have been a fon for years now, i could not be prouder to be part of the Whistler world. Thank you for all you do for all of us.

[@drjonbear7517]

I was here for Confections!

[@elainewurtz2729]

Banger of an episode! I like the new format

[@gandydancer9710]

7:10 Describing the HAMAS execution of six hostages as "HAMAS doing harm to Israel" misses the fact the HAMAS losses in the operation that triggered the executions were said by Israel to be 250 dead. If HAMAS keeps "hurting Israel" like that HAMAS in Gaza will all be deceased.

[@svr5423]

They breed pretty quickly though and recruit child soldiers. A gaza combined civilian/combatant unit requires less resources and is more expendable than a comparable Israeli.

[@Meteyard97]

I thought the same thing, Hamas murdering its own hostages hurts themselves more in the long run

[@Lord_Foxy13]

Well they would be home by now if Israel was willing to negotiate...

[@gandydancer9710]

@@Lord_Foxy13 By "negotiate" you mean let HAMAS off, after killing 1200 Jews and, no, there is not the slightest reason to believe HAMAS would release all its victims no matter what Israel did.

[@duffman95]

5 a.m., getting ready for work, and i stumble across a warographics video?

[@ChrisHertel-dc2qz]

Idk its good or bad that this cheeky sir is my main source for international news.

[@P90XGetRipped]

He does a better job of reporting on the news than most news outlets. He doesn't interject his own personal views and instead just reports the facts.

[@funa2865]

that's a fantastic age restriction dodge.

[@adamdavies6248]

Love the format and info, more of this please! 👍👍👍

[@maxnoob5237]

as mentioned by @CombatRing, I think a monthly edition would be verry nice to stay up to date and compare over time. I hope you do more.

[@lukebrooks5757]

I really appreciate the update snapshot for formate. Please keep it up! 👍🏻

[@ryman8989]

Would love updates like this on the regular

[@kuniver8proof]

As someone who has to cover these topics for work, Simon makes a great effort to provide as objective of an analysis as there is out there. one thing I would request is timestamps on the videos. otherwise keep up the great work !

[@HardyLeBel-c9r]

Love this format.

[@TheOGSpecOps]

Thank you so much for the time and effort you pour into these updates. Keep up the great work Sir. God bless

[@emilsazanda]

Great work, hoping to see more of these!

[@adamredwine774]

The format works. Keep it up please.

[@Pendragon667]

"I don't care anymore. Let the world burn." This is what i've said some two years ago when i was in a dark place. Looking at the world now...i shouldn't have said it, i guess.

[@amarured]

21:44 Oh BOY! DEAR EDITOR: I think the use of THIS Background Picture as an introduction to the Houthi Conflicts would have really needed an explanation within the written script! 😅 As I am 100% sure most people are not aware about the far historical connection of the Nazis and today's Houthi's. EDIT: Greatly appreciate this summary video! Maybe a monthly rendition of this would be the sweet spot?

[@FranciscoSciaraffia]

I was actually hoping this channel would do something like this! Thanks!!

[@looselipssinkships]

I have it on good authority (have to protect my sources) that Simon not only masterminded every one of these conflicts but continues to fan the flames to ensure the success of this channel 😊. Great episode.

[@ChrispaulPeters-pu9dr]

U nailed a topic that could be constantly updated .

[@mitchellsuchner6898]

I REALYY like this a lot. doing a regular monthly update would be absolutely outstanding

[@oliverbates1843]

This is great! Please bring more of this content!!

[@colemangeiger8757]

Thanks for all the hard work!

[@mariahanczewska8109]

Episode "How much we are fucked up" On serious note: this format would be great, it's better than 99% of TV news!

[@diego2935]

As someone who is constantly bombarded with news I like this type of video helps refresh the mind on what’s going on I really like it Feedback: Time stamps

[@MTGBear]

Simon making the classic error of claiming a new big 3. There's only one big 3 Naruto, One Piece and Bleach

[@EdrickBluebeard]

Thanks for the updates.

[@richardh6852]

Great summary, don't see many of them and good way to get caught up

[@Ghu649]

Great video! Thanks for posting it.

[@randomramblings2325]

Great episode I enjoyed the format of having civil snapshots of key events that happening although I also like the episodic longform nature dedicated to a single event that is happening Either episode format is fine with me. Thank you for always providing interesting and informative content.

[@frommyfunnys3069]

Soooo much info it will make your head spin

[@Techstriker1]

Agree with the other comments, this would be great as a monthly update, and timestamps would be great as well!

[@theswiv]

Like it! Monthly round up. Definitely an And nor Or

[@raulmiranda7419]

Love this format. Would love it even more in a downloadable video podcast.

[@stanleylister6835]

Great show. Keep up the good work!

[@mrcountit]

Brilliant report Simone! 🎉

[@HotSourSoupp]

I enjoy this format thank you ^^

[@republic9299]

I like this form of video. I think every so often having a video like this is good for us to stay aware broadly of what is going on.

[@garrisonkunst3645]

I liked this roundup of all the issues. I would say you guys should do this quarterly, as a kind of semi-regular update

[@laurenmasters]

Much needed. Thank you

[@Pilotterror255]

I like this format

[@GraniteStateofMind]

Great video, would definitely appreciate more of this type of content (perhaps monthly or quarterly)

[@FlaccidLass]

A quarterly video like this would be dope, with like, a comparison with previous expert predictions vs outcomes.

[@Killian749]

Sadly, there are too many problems, too many thinking that what they are doing is fixing it, but is really just making things worse. It is sad that there are way too many suffering, and way too many blind too it.

[@zacnewman7140]

It's possible, _possible_ mind, that the real purpose of the Kursk offensive was getting access to the Russian railway network control system. The one really big Ukranian strike on a Russian ammo depo last week was so large because they caught a train in the middle of unloading. If Ukraine got access to Russian rail scheduling in Kursk, the timing of that strike might have been deliberate. We won't know for sure unless it happens a couple more times.

[@cynthiaherbst3909]

I think one of those rail schedule nodes was in Sudzha unless I am mistaken because of one of the control nodes for natural gas to Southern Europe being co located with it.

[@snickle1980]

Mmmm...delicious global warfare confections.

[@VegetaFH1]

Why not do a "zoom out" once a month and then a standerd episode for the last 3 weeks, seems like a good balance

[@drjonbear7517]

I'm intrigued whether you can tell what episode Simon recorded prior to this episode. I think it was a Brain Blaze immediately before this one.

[@Speedy636Germany]

I would love to hear more about Haiti, even when the video is a couple hours long and leaves me with PTSD.

[@travis5749]

Good stuff watch all your channels

[@Vulcanus3231]

Love the format, keep it up 👍

[@15Bravo]

"Todays news" everyday until the end of time: People are f*ckin around, and people are finding out.

[@samaravadi3]

this should be a monthly video to replace 1 Situation Room episode, at the end of the month called "Conflictions"

[@NowUCME_NowUDNT24]

Great news update... just followed and liked... looking forward to future new News updates!!. 🙏🙏 may His will succeed at all costs... and may His name be sanctified... above all else...