Pashinyan is diversifying Armenia’s foreign relations, but structural dependence on Russia constrains how far that diversification can go. Pashinyan's Real Armenia doctrine grounds his foreign policy reorientation in a broader…
Burmese Commander-in-Chief Hlaing faces increasing challenges as coordinated rebel offensives intensify, leading to significant territorial losses. Despite Chinese and Russian support, Hlaing’s power continues to decrease amid strengthened rebel offensives,…
After the coup, Tchianis’ counter-terrorism efforts have failed to curb extremist violence in the country. Tchiani’s decision to withdraw Niger from ECOWAS further intensified economic instability. Tchiani’s pivot away from…
Nikol Pashinyan’s decision to freeze Armenia’s participation in the CSTO reflects a deterioration of ties between Armenia and Russia Whilst ties have declined, and Russian military presence in Armenia reduced,…
Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un’s mutually beneficial relationship has paved the way for a “comprehensive strategic partnership” agreement. Alongside economic commitments, the treaty includes a mutual defense clause, increasing North…
In recent weeks, the French President has openly discussed military aid to Ukraine, including the option of deploying ground troops, despite the disagreements between NATO leaders. Despite opposition from far-left…
Following the December 17, 2023, national and Belgrade municipal elections, protests erupted in Belgrade over alleged election fraud and manipulation observed by local and international monitors. Vučić skillfully balances Serbia's…
Maia Sandu’s staunchly pro-Western foreign policy approach has strengthened Moldova’s reputation in the eyes of the West She has spearheaded the push to change the official language of the Constitution…
Goïta's delay of Mali's constitutional referendum casts doubt on restoring civilian rule by 2024, as agreed with ECOWAS. Anti-French sentiment under Goïta led to French troop withdrawal and expulsion of…
Turkish President Erdoğan is on a streak of foreign policy successes Erdoğan advances his own interests, while maintaining ties with both Putin and NATO Erdoğan aims to improve his image…