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europe · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Armenia's hosting of European leaders signals a strategic pivot away from Russian influence, reshaping regional alliances while challenging Moscow's authority.
europe · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
A drone strike on Moscow's skyline demonstrates Ukraine's intent to undermine Russian morale while shaking the foundations of Kremlin propaganda ahead of Victory Day.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Iran's stern warning to the US amidst Project Freedom raises risks in an already tense strategic corridor pivotal for global energy security.
africa · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Taiwan's recent outreach to Eswatini reveals desperation amid shrinking diplomatic space and highlights the strategic contest with China in Africa.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Trump's decision to escort vessels through the Strait reflects a broader strategy to assert dominance. This move risks inflaming tensions in a perilous maritime corridor.
europe · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
A mass gathering of thousands at a military site underscores youth discontent and logistical vulnerabilities in France’s security framework.
americas · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Cuba's condemnation of the latest US sanctions reveals a significant power struggle that transcends mere economics, highlighting the island's strategy of resilience against external pressures.
africa · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Nigeria's summoning of the South African envoy marks a pivotal moment in regional dynamics, revealing underlying frictions linked to nationalism and migration policies.
europe · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Kyiv's drone strikes against Russian oil tankers highlight an evolving strategy rooted in economic disruption and military resilience, rebalancing the conflict in Ukraine's favor.
europe · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Ukraine’s engagement in the Gulf underscores its military aspirations while the Iranian war dynamics promote potential openings in negotiations with Russia.
africa · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Recent hijackings of oil tankers near Yemen signal a dangerous resurgence of piracy, with wider geopolitical implications as regional powers respond.
europe · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
Germany's acknowledgment of a foreseeable U.S. troop withdrawal signals shifting dynamics within NATO, impacting European security and transatlantic relations.