G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #41

In "Strategic Diplomacy," the G.I. Joe team faces a high-stakes diplomatic crisis when a newly formed island—beyond U.S. territorial reach—becomes a flashpoint in the ongoing war with Cobra. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by Rod Whigham, with inks by Keith Williams, colors by George Roussos, and letters by Joe Rosen, the issue explores the blurred lines between military action and international law. The cover, by Mike Zeck and John Beatty, captures the tension as the Joes confront a twist that turns a battlefield into a sovereign state—thanks to a move that’s as legal as it is devastating.