UK Announces 'Project Nightfall': More Missiles, Fewer Questions
The Independent, ever the diligent stenographer, reports that the UK's 'Project Nightfall' will arm Kyiv with new missile capabilities. What they won't typically highlight is the colossal wealth transfer occurring. Take Raytheon Technologies, for instance—a proud maker of missiles. Their stock, along with other defense contractors, has seen a comfortable bump since the conflict escalated (check PR
Newswire, Q3 2023 earnings reports for details). While civilians endure literal nightfall from blackouts and bombardments, these corporations see financial sunshine. This isn't about 'securing democracy'; it's about securing contracts. Politicians, many of whom have significant investments in these very defense giants (a quick search of Senate financial disclosures reveals numerous holdings), are
quick to greenlight endless aid packages. It appears 'Project Nightfall' is less about peace and more about making sure the defense industry's balance sheets glow brightly under the cover of perpetual conflict.