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…
2020’s Nagorno Karabakh war and the recent flare up has challenged Pashinian’s leadership within Armenia. The ongoing war in Ukraine is testing Russia’s commitment to Armenia. U.S House Speaker Nancy…
Russia’s decision to cut gas flows to Europe has left Norway as the European Union’s biggest gas supplier. In this context of energy shortages, Jonas Gahr Støre has adopted a…
Janet Yellen is pushing for an oil price cap which will help cut resources for Putin’s war machine while avoiding the devastating economic consequences of an insurance ban. Yellen will…