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Russia’s Managed Opposition and Its Role in Western Perception

The Putin regime has skillfully deployed a controlled opposition, manipulated through coercion and repression, to weaken Russia's isolation and rehabilitate the image of Russians abroad. On November 17, an "anti-war"…

November 20, 2024Russia

Democracy ideology Intelligence ops Propaganda and Disinformation Psyops War crimes

Shadow Diplomacy: Russia’s Strategies to Whitewash Atrocities and Expand Influence in Africa

Russia has been actively working to whitewash its atrocities in Africa, leveraging a mix of propaganda, disinformation campaigns, diplomatic maneuvering, and economic influence. Despite accusations of human rights abuses and…

November 18, 2024Africa, 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

Geopolitics Governance Intelligence ops

Russia Tests the Waters in Turning Georgia into a Confederation under the Cloak of Tbilisi Cooperation

In both Georgia and the breakaway region of Abkhazia, speculation is mounting that the Kremlin might be willing to appease the Georgian authorities by creating an illusion of returning control…

November 13, 2024Abkhazia, Georgia, Russia, South Ossetia, Ukraine

Geopolitics National Security Propaganda and Disinformation Psyops

Hungarian Prime Minister Joins Russian Efforts to Interfere in U.S. Elections

Moscow is once again attempting to sway the outcome of U.S. elections, this time employing information operations with the help of allied leaders. The Kremlin's narrative warns that a loss…

November 5, 2024Hungary, nuclear weapons, Russia, USA

Governance Intelligence ops

The Kremlin suffered a crushing defeat in Moldova and is likely to resort to hybrid operations to destabilize the region.

In the wake of Moldova’s presidential runoff, pro-Western forces led by incumbent President Maia Sandu handed the Kremlin a significant loss. This setback deals a blow to Russia’s imperial ambitions…

November 4, 2024FSB, Moldova, Russia

National Security Nonproliferation Warfare

Investigation Reveals Russia’s Ongoing Viral Research and Activity in Africa

The Washington Post has published a report corroborating the 2022 findings from the RLI, which highlighted Russia’s efforts to develop biological weapons using Cold War-era laboratory facilities. The report asserts…

October 28, 2024Russia

Intelligence ops War crimes

Russia May Be Involved in Violating Arms Embargo in Darfur

The circumstances surrounding the destruction of a military transport aircraft in North Darfur may point to the existence of supply channels funneling Russian weapons into Sudan. On October 22, an…

October 22, 2024Darfur, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Sudan, UAE, Wagner Group

Democracy Governance Intelligence ops

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

Geopolitics Propaganda and Disinformation

The Risks of Exploiting Guterres’ Visit to Kazan for Russian Propaganda

Amidst its growing international isolation, Vladimir Putin—who seldom receives invitations abroad—is putting exceptional effort into preparing for the upcoming BRICS summit, set to take place in Kazan from October 22…

October 19, 2024Russia, United Nations

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