Mark Hertling
@MarkHertling
Retired soldier. Loves family, dedicated to nation. Student of leadership, nat’l security.
This is a must read article from @vkaramurza.
Justice is coming for Vladimir Putin, @vkaramurza writes. wapo.st/4np3n2B
A discussion of just some of the major trouble spots around the globe, none of which is easy to solve or bring to an end. My latest in @BulwarkOnline The World at War open.substack.com/pub/thebulwark…
I served with Colonel DA Sims in combat & peacetime in Iraq & Europe. I watched him deploy his division to Poland in the early stage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He is a brilliant commander, values-based leader & selfless soldier He should be a 4-star commander.
“Hegseth’s actions could shape the military’s top ranks for years. His insistence on absolute loyalty, backed with repeated threats of polygraphs, creates uncertainty and mistrust that threaten to undermine the readiness and effectiveness of the force” nytimes.com/2025/07/26/us/…
U.S. troops in Europe are not a Cold War vestige. They anchor transatlantic cooperation, respond to crises on three continents, enable cyber and missile defense, and reinforce the strategic trust. @MarkHertling on the dangerous idea to withdraw from Europe thebulwark.com/p/withdrawing-…
It’s “strategically shallow and operationally dangerous” to suggest further US troop withdrawals for Europe. Here’s why. My latest in @BulwarkOnline thebulwark.com/p/withdrawing-…
Had the chance to join my friends @jamiegangel & @danielsilvabook in beautiful Charleston last night for their book tour, the night “An Inside Job” became #1 on NYT’s list. Awesome tour & terrific book!
Thrilled to share that An Inside Job is an instant #1 New York Times bestseller! Thank you all for making this possible and please share with friends and family.
Putin belongs in court, not at the peace table. Latest in @BulwarkOnline
Donald Trump must distinguish between two kinds of peace. The first is a true peace between these warring nations that would last. The alternative is a ceasefire that ignores accountability—an invitation to new atrocities. New from @MarkHertling: thebulwark.com/p/vladimir-put…
Comments on Russia’s continued war crimes in Ukraine, and the mismatch between Israeli military and political objectives in Gaza, from @Morning_Joe this morning.
7.21.25 740am ET MSNBC's @Morning_Joe w/ Military Analyst Lt General Mark Hertling U.S. Army (ret) @MarkHertling Focus: Russia's relentless attacks on Ukraine On Russia "Every single day more war crimes are being committed" Gaza/Israel: What is going to end this?
Coming up on @Morning_Joe in the next few minutes, discussing Gaza.
When @bianca_nobilo was a @cnni anchor, it was terrific being asked by her team to be on with her. Sparkly smart, knew her stuff, asked great questions. A huge loss when she left. She’s doing other great things now, but she still takes team to keep us informed. This history of…
The Surprisingly Twisted History of Tea ☕️ It started wars. Funded empires. Fueled the opium trade. It even got me reported as a drug dealer. How do you take yours?
This was an awesome show with @MeidasTouch and @NicolleDWallace. Terrific substance and exactly the kind of message we all need! Thanks guys, and Nicolle!
We’re live on MSNBC now!
Donald Trump must distinguish between two kinds of peace. The first is a true peace between these warring nations that would last. The alternative is a ceasefire that ignores accountability—an invitation to new atrocities. New from @MarkHertling: thebulwark.com/p/vladimir-put…
"...accountability and justice are not optional. They are the foundation of deterrence and global order. It is how today’s nations tell future autocrats that the world will not forget, forgive, or normalize their crimes." My latest in @BulwarkOnline thebulwark.com/p/vladimir-put…
Wow - thank you from Gabriel Allon and the fellow who writes down what he says. And most of all thank you for your service General @MarkHertling real life hero!
After 2 weeks away & a 14-hour flight home, what an awesome surprise in the mail! Thanks, @danielsilvabooks.bsky.social & @jamiegangel.bsky.social for sending this our way!!! (Btw, finished The Black Widow on the flight…it’s currently #1 of the 24 I’ve read so far!)
We in the United States—and across the broader alliance—would do well to study the Baltics. Because they remember what tyranny is, and they know how to resist it. New from @MarkHertling: thebulwark.com/p/nato-new-str…
We in the US & across the broader alliance would do well to study the Baltics. If US leadership in NATO is waning (& it shouldn’t), I hope we reconsider & instead emulate the vision & courage of those in the Baltics. My latest in @BulwarkOnline thebulwark.com/p/nato-new-str…
A new friend of Gabriel Allon, and now introducing & referring many others to him, @danielsilvabook
Friend of Gabriel Allon @MarkHertling
In Riga, Latvia today. Like other Baltic & Nordic countries I’ve been to on this trip all are flying their flag next to Ukraine’s flag on govt buildings & many private homes and businesses. They’ve broken their suppression by Russia & they’ve gained freedom. They get it!
In Riga, Latvia today. Like other Baltic & Nordic countries I’ve been to on this trip all are flying their flag next to Ukraine’s flag on govt buildings & many private homes and businesses. They’ve broken their suppression by Russia & they’ve gained freedom. They get it!
