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Moldova’s President Maia Sandu Thwarts Russian-Backed Unrest, Successfully Leads Democratic Elections

Moldova’s President Maia Sandu Thwarts Russian-Backed Unrest, Successfully Leads Democratic Elections In a critical moment for Moldova’s democracy, President Maia Sandu and her government managed to maintain stability during the…

October 21, 2024Maia Sandu, Moldova, Russia, Wagner Group

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

Geopolitics Governance Intelligence ops National Security

NATO Faces Urgent Call for Reform Amid Russian Infiltration and Growing Doubts About Member States’ Commitment

There are legitimate concerns about Hungary's continued membership in NATO. Recent statements and actions by the Hungarian government suggest that, in the event of a military conflict in Europe, Hungary…

October 7, 2024Hungary, Russia

Governance

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir recently reshuffled the leadership of the country’s National Intelligence and Security Service, appointing a new spy chief ahead of the December 2024 elections

President Salva Kiir may be uncertain about his re-election prospects and is relying on repressive institutions for support aligns with recent political maneuvers in South Sudan. The reshuffling of top…

October 4, 2024South Sudan

Conflict Geopolitics Governance

Vučić’s ‘wishlist’ for Kosovo: A year after Serbia’s failed attempt to annex northern Mitrovica

A few days before the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack in Banjska, which resulted in the death of a Kosovo police sergeant and three Serbian attackers affiliated with the…

September 25, 2024Kosovo, Russia, Serbia

Democracy Governance

“Estimations and Analysis of the 2024 Election Results and Rally in Mozambique.

There is hope that elections in Mozambique will further consolidate its democracy, ensuring political stability after years of civil conflict. We expect elections to provide a legitimate way for people to express…

September 20, 2024Mozambique

Geopolitics Governance

The Foreign Policy of Abdelmadjid Tebboune: Analyzing the Second Term of Algeria’s Presidency

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, 78, swept back into office for a second term after winning last week’s election, with the a landslide 84.3 percent of the vote last week’s election, the…

September 18, 2024Algeria, Israel, Morocco, Palestine, Western Sahara

Corruption Governance

The arrest of the former head of Pakistan’s intelligence agency has deepened the country’s political crisis.

Pakistan's unprecedented arrest and court-martial of a former spy chief raises the heat on Imran Khan and could be the precursor to prosecuting the jailed former prime minister on charges…

September 9, 2024ISI, Pakistan

Democracy Governance

Abdelmadjid Tebboune Poised to Secure Re-Election with Majority Votes in Algeria’s First Round of Voting”

The campaign is drawing to a close for Algeria's presidential election this weekend. The only real unknown is how many voters will turn out. Tuesday was the final day of campaigning for the…

September 4, 2024Algeria

Geopolitics Governance

Eswatini-Zuma Marriage: political, economic, and social implications for Eswatini and South Africa

Eswatini's King Mswati III's plans to wed Nomcebo Zuma, the daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, as his 16th wife. This will strengthen the ties between the two leaders.…

September 3, 2024Eswatini, South Africa