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Taran: Russia's Nuclear Weapons Are
Ukrainian analyst Victor Taran argues Russia's tactical nuclear weapons are political blackmail, not a battlefield solution, in a War on the Rocks...
Russian Military Promotion Patterns Analyzed
A CNA report analyzes promotion patterns in Russia's senior military elite, identifying career paths and predicting future leaders for top positions.
China's Mercantilist Strategy Poses
An analysis argues China's record trade surplus stems from a deliberate strategy of industrial self-sufficiency and export maximization, creating
G20 urged to use carrots for China rebalance
An Atlantic Council fellow argues the G20 must use positive economic tools like favorable tariffs and export credits, alongside punitive measures, to
Russia-North Korea Ties Challenge US
U.S. President Donald Trump's reduction of military drills with South Korea coincides with North Korea gaining combat experience in Ukraine...
U.S. Democracy Gives Advantage in Great-Power Rivalry
The Atlantic Council argues that the United States’ large economy and democratic system provide a strategic edge in competition with China and...
BIS Removes Two Hong Kong Addresses from Entity List
The Bureau of Industry and Security removes two addresses linked to Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. from the Entity List under the China...
China's Military Leadership Crisis: The Role of AI and Human Commanders
China's military is facing a leadership crisis, with many top positions left vacant after a series of purges. The People's Liberation Army Daily has...
Gray-Zone Warfare Targets Vulnerable States
Germany has been the target of a series of mysterious activities, including a sophisticated drone discovered inside a German airport and interference...
China's Leadership Retreat: A Look into the Country's Power Dynamics
China's top leaders have wrapped up their annual summer retreat in Beidaihe, a seaside resort town east of Beijing. The retreat, which has been a...
Russia Threatens UK Over Drone Deliveries to Ukraine
The UK has pledged to continue supporting Ukraine with drone deliveries, despite Russian threats of retaliation.
Australia's Shift in China Policy: A New Era of Tension?
The Australian Labor Party government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has been shifting its stance on China, moving away from a policy of...
China's New Laws Ensnare Western Companies in Legal Bind
China's expanding economic security toolkit is countering Western trade and financial restrictions, putting foreign companies in a bind between...
Syria and Russia Strengthen Military Ties Amid Regional Tensions
Syria and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding on arms deals, reinforcing their bilateral relationship as Syria seeks to balance its...