Central Banks Rush to Gold Reserves and the De-dollarization Nexus
Russia's recent experience of increasing its gold reserves is a good example.
Coup in Niger: What Is In Store for West Africa?
On the other hand, the presence of Russia's Wagner Group, which provides relative security, leads to the appearance of Russian flags in Niger and increased Russian influence in the region.
Why the Left Fell and the Right Rose in Greece
Moreover, given the EU's increased emphasis on enlargement in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukraine war, it is unlikely that Greece will take any action that would hinder the membership perspectives of North Macedonia and Albania.
Greece after the General Elections
Presenting itself as a loyal and reliable ally of the Western world, Greece has taken advantage of its geographical position in the increasing competition between Russia and the West, and has aspired to be assigned to various tasks and responsibilities.
The Italian Role in Mediating European-Tunisian Relations: Migration and Financial Aid
In this context, the outbreak of the Russian-Ukrainian military confrontation is seen as the origin of a number of flaws in the concept of the "balance of power" between the continents.
How to Navigate Turkish-Swedish Relations and Counterterrorism Shifts
In accordance with the official statement, the two leaders discussed the intricacies of Turkish-Finnish relations, the defense industry, military exports, and the pressing matter of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which had begun a month prior.
The Vilnius Summit: What Are the Prospects for NATO?
ince the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war, NATO and its close partners have increasingly provided military support to Ukraine.
NATO Summit in Vilnius: Ukraine, Sweden, and China Are on the Agenda
ince the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war, the scope of support for Ukraine has been diverse and constantly expanding.
Vilnius Summit: Why Can’t the United States Rally NATO against China?
In the early stages of the Russia-Ukraine war, Berlin was only prepared to provide Ukraine with troops, but it has now supplied the country with Leopard 2 tanks and advanced air defence missiles.
Germany Unveils First National Security Strategy: Migration, Energy, and Stability
The strategy described Russia as the biggest security threat “for the foreseeable future,” and China as “simultaneously a partner, competitor and systemic rival.
SIPRI Report: Nuclear Powers Have Increased Their Arsenals
, Russia, the UK, France, China, India, Pakistan, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and Israel, continue to modernize their nuclear arsenals and many of them are deploying new nuclear weapons.
How Leaked Pentagon Documents Target Egypt, Turkey, and Israel
Hours later, the documents emerged on pro-Kremlin Telegram channels, and then prominent Russian military bloggers started analyzing them in posts.
25 Countries and 250 Warplanes: NATO Launches the Largest Drills in Its History
ome 10,000 personnel from 25 countries, including Japan and Sweden, will take part in NATO military drills kicking off on June 12, 2023, and lasting until June 23, which some observers believe aims at sending a message to Russia, with the participation of of 250 fighterjets.
The Global Rise of the Far Right: Four Books on Recent Trends
Michael Colborne unveils the origins and rapid evolution of the movement, transforming from a militia composed of marginal far right individuals and football hooligans fighting against Russian-backed forces to a multifaceted social movement that has attracted global far-right admiration.
Is Iran Establishing a Joint Naval Force with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman?
commitments has led to a shift in the UAE's foreign policy, emphasizing diplomacy and partnerships with China and Russia to address regional threats from Iran.
Are Brazil and Latin America non-Aligned after the Ukraine War?
In April 2023, Lula da Silva, or simply Lula, Brazil’s president, visited China, welcomed Sergei Lavrov, Russia’s minister of foreign affairs, in Brasilia, and sent Celso Amorim, his closest foreign policy advisor, to meet Volodímir Zelenski.
Erdoğan Is Undefeatable. But Why?
Erdoğan aptly mediated many crises in the Balkans, brought together two warring countries, Russia and Ukraine, and saved the world from a food catastrophe by opening a grain corridor through a grain deal, which has just been extended yet again.
How Does the UK View the Taiwan Issue?
In this respect, London will probably send financial and military aid to Taiwan, similar to the support it provided to Ukraine following the Russian invasion.
How Europe Approaches Turkey’s Elections and How It Actually Should
The EU’s short-term foreign policy expectations from Turkey are the following: Sweden's admission to NATO, and Turkey's abandoning a balanced position in the Ukraine War and taking a clear stance against Russia.
Turkey’s Critical Elections at a Historic Crossroads
, Russia, and certain regional powers.
