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Russia’s Shadow Fleet: Sanctions Evasion, Illicit Oil Trade, and Global Security Risks

Russia’s Shadow Fleet: Sanctions Evasion, Illicit Oil Transport, and Financial Secrecy Russia actively uses a shadow fleet to circumvent international sanctions, transport oil, and evade financial oversight. One of the…

February 26, 2025oil, Russia, Sanctions, shadow fleet

Energy Geoeconomics Intelligence ops National Security Nonproliferation

From Delays to Dependence: Understanding the Challenges of Russian NPPs

While Russian nuclear power projects offer benefits such as financing and rapid deployment, they come with significant risks that must be carefully evaluated. Countries engaging with Russian nuclear energy providers…

January 22, 2025nuclear weapons, Rosatom, Russia

Geoeconomics Geopolitics National Security

U.S. Strategic Interests and Potential Intervention in Panama: Risks and Probabilities

China's involvement in Panama has expanded notably over recent years, encompassing economic investments, infrastructure projects, and diplomatic engagements. This growing presence has prompted discussions about the extent and implications of…

January 21, 2025China, Panama, USA

Geoeconomics Governance National Security Opinion

Economic Benefits of Continuing Military Aid to Ukraine

Continuing military, financial, and humanitarian aid to Ukraine is a strategic investment that enhances global stability and safeguards U.S. national interests. Stimulating the U.S. Economy Since February 2022, Congress has…

January 13, 2025Russia, Ukraine, USA

- Energy Geoeconomics Geopolitics

Russian Gas, Geopolitical Risks, and the Path to Conflict

The European Union remains divided on achieving energy independence from Russian gas. By demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to resume importing Russian gas, Europe risks escalating tensions with Moscow and…

January 2, 2025Hungary, NATO, Russia, Slovakia, Ukraine

Geoeconomics

Kazakhstan’s Uranium Deal with China: Strategic Gains and Hidden Risks

Russia's economy has been significantly impacted by sanctions, with consequences expected to linger for several years. The country continues to rely heavily on its energy resources, the backbone of its…

December 26, 2024China, Kazakhstan, Russia

Geoeconomics Geopolitics National Security

Boakai’s Ties With Russia Threaten Liberia’s Stability and U.S. Relations

The Liberian opposition could attempt to counter Russian expansion through legislative action, public advocacy, alliances with Western countries, and media campaigns. However, their success would depend on a range of…

November 14, 2024Liberia, Russia, USA

Conflict Geoeconomics Geopolitics

Egypt creates anti-Ethiopia alliance in the Horn of Africa

The recent strengthening of relations between Egypt and certain African nations may indicate a rising likelihood of conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia. In early October, the presidents of Egypt, Eritrea,…

November 1, 2024Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somaliland

Geoeconomics Geopolitics Governance Terrorism

Analysis of the Taliban Regime’s resilience in 2024-2025

The Supreme Afghan Leader (Emir) Haibatullah Akhundzada has strengthened his grip to power, formulating new federal institutions functioning under his decree and implementing policies from his limited office in Kandahar. Under his…

October 16, 2024Afghanistan, China, Haqqani network, Iran, Russia, Taliban

Geoeconomics Geopolitics

Chinese companies continue to supply machinery to the Russian defense industry for the production of weapons.

In 2022, the most stringent sanctions since 2014 were imposed on Russia, restricting the supply of high-tech products to the country. These sanctions were intended to significantly undermine the operations…

October 10, 2024China, Russia