The World and Everything In It 9.16.25 Russia breaches NATO airspace, Apple’s negligence in protecting kids, and Mathew West’s new hymn of comfort
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Sep 16, 2025 Brad Bowman, a national security expert, discusses the alarming breach of NATO airspace by Russian drones and its implications for international relations. The conversation shifts to the digital safety of children, urging tech giants like Apple to enhance protections. Meanwhile, Matthew West, a talented singer-songwriter, shares his new hymn of comfort, inspired by faith, highlighting the power of music in navigating grief. Their insights intertwine current events with personal resilience, making for a thought-provoking and uplifting listen.
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Drone Probing Reveals Air-Defense Strain
- Russia used Shahed-style decoy drones to probe and tax NATO and Ukrainian air defenses.
- NATO must invest in both capability and cheaper capacity to counter mass drone salvos effectively.
Use Cheaper Interceptors At Scale
- Equip forces with cost-effective interceptors and ground systems instead of relying solely on expensive air-to-air missiles.
- Field scalable systems like ground-based interceptors and APKWS-style weapons to preserve expensive assets and increase capacity.
Article 4 Is Consultation, Not Automatic War
- Article 4 triggers consultations but does not automatically commit NATO to military action under Article 5.
- Each member capital decides how to respond politically and militarily to alleged attacks.