Europe Grapples with Energy Blackmail Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
While the term gained prominence following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, its roots run deeper, predating Vladimir Putin's tenure in the Kremlin.
Putin Warns West: Russia-NATO Conflict One Step from World War Three
n a stern message to the West, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned on Monday, March 18, 2024, that direct conflict between Russia and the U.
Turkey-Egypt Axis Has the Potential to Influence Global Geopolitics
So much so that EU countries seeking to reduce their dependence on Russian natural gas see countries in Africa and the Middle East as the strongest and most realistic alternative, with Algeria, Libya, and Nigeria standing out in this respect.
What Russia’s Momentum in Ukraine Means for the War in 2024
Read: Russia Calls for UN Security Council Meeting Over Macron's Ukraine Troop Threats
Russian military capacity
The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) assesses that Russia can sustain its campaign for an extended period, supported by adequate troop recruitment and replenishment capabilities.
Turkey Supplies Maldives with Bayraktar TB2 Drones
The TB2 drones played a significant role in countering Russian forces during the early stages of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, showcasing their combat capabilities on the global stage.
How the Middle East Became an Arena for Putin’s Power Struggle with the US
Russia's share of global arms exports had declined before the Ukraine invasion, mainly due to reduced imports by India, the largest purchaser of Russian weaponry.
Russia Calls for UN Security Council Meeting Over Macron’s Ukraine Troop Threats
Additionally, media reports suggesting the deployment of a network of spy bases by the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) near the Russian border raised concerns.
US and Turkey Launch Talks to Address Deep-Rooted Disagreements
The relationship between the two NATO allies has faced challenges, with issues such as Turkey's acquisition of the Russian S-400 defense missile system leading to sanctions and its removal from the F-35 program.
Libya’s Quest for Hope: Reflecting on the February 17 Revolution
The period during which Gulf countries and the Russian private military company (PMC) Wagner Group financed numerous Syrian, Chadian, and Sudanese foreign fighters within Haftar's ranks was documented in several open sources.
US Suspects Russia Developing Space-Based Nuclear Weapon
However, Russian President Vladimir Putin refuted these claims on Tuesday, asserting that Russia is against the deployment of nuclear weapons in space.
China Offers Security Support to Hungary in Unprecedented Move
Read: Slovakian PM Backs Hungary's Veto on EU Aid to Ukraine
A diplomatic victory within the European Union
This security assurance comes at a time when Hungary, a Russian ally, has been working to reduce its dependence on Western countries.
Global Gas Market: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
and other major economies to impose sanctions on Russian energy products, the Kremlin reacted by cutting the gas flows to Europe.
Asia’s Defense Spending Soars Amid Economic Slowdown
Read: Russian Arms to Southeast Asia Remains Outstanding
Increasing defense budgets
In response to China's militarization, neighboring countries have escalated their defense budgets.
China Retains Position as World’s Top Auto Exporter, Surpassing Japan
The surge in gasoline-powered car exports to Russia followed the geopolitical events, with many international manufacturers leaving the Russian market, creating an opportunity for Chinese automakers.
Russia Has Strategic Ties with Saudi Arabia and the UAE
ussia's relations with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reveal a multifaceted and increasingly strategic nature as recently witnessed by the visits of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Italy’s Meloni Pursues an Ambitious Diplomacy from Africa to India
Meloni envisions Italy becoming a central energy gateway, aligning with European countries' goals to reduce dependence on Russian gas.
Russia Accuses US, South Korea, and Japan of Preparing for War with North Korea
The Russian diplomat pointed out a sudden shift in South Korea's rhetoric, which he described as "even more hostile towards Pyongyang.
Turkey Approves Sweden’s NATO Membership Bid Following 20-Month Delay
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban, known for his amicable relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, invited his Swedish counterpart for negotiations on joining the bloc.
US Unable to Provide Financial Aid to Ukraine Amidst Pentagon Funding Shortfall
assistance to Ukraine in response to the Russian invasion since February 2022 surpasses $44.
Is an Azerbaijani-Armenians Agreement Imminent?
Read: The Myth of Miatsum: Armenia Stuck between the Past and Reality on the GroundAzerbaijan's victory in the Second Karabakh War shook off the Russian hegemony in the region, which began in the Tsarist era, was consolidated in the Soviet period, and continued in the post-Soviet period.
