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The use of forced labor involving African citizens in Russia’s military factories reflects Moscow’s colonial approach to the African continent.

Moscow is engaging in human trafficking, employing African women in its defense industry through coercion. According to a report by the Associated Press, Russia has lured women from African countries…

October 11, 2024Kenya, Nigeria, Russia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Uganda

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

Intelligence ops Terrorism

Russian intelligence is leveraging terrorists from international organizations to destabilize European countries.

The FSB (Federal Security Service) is recruiting assassins from Russian prisons, sending them abroad to participate in operations, including contract killings. For instance, the FSB’s 2nd Service (Service for the…

October 9, 2024FSB, Russia

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

Conflict Geopolitics

Analysis of the Operational-Strategic Situation Following Iran’s Strike on Israel

ran launched a massive missile strike on Israel on the evening of Tuesday, October 1st. According to Israeli military sources, around 180 missiles were fired, while Tehran claims the number…

October 2, 2024Iran, Israel, Russia

Intelligence ops Propaganda and Disinformation Psyops

Russian extensive influence campaign in Israel

Leaked information published by leading German media outlets has revealed Russia’s plans for an influence campaign targeting Israel. The information was leaked earlier this month by the German newspaper Süddeutsche Zeitung and…

October 1, 2024Israel, Russia, Ukraine

Geopolitics National Security Nonproliferation Psyops

Failed Satan II Missile Test Heightens Concerns About Russia’s Nuclear Arsenal

The unsuccessful test of Russia’s intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) "Sarmat" (also known as Satan II) in September of this year underscores earlier assessments that the state of Russia's nuclear arsenal…

September 27, 2024nuclear weapons, Russia, Ukraine

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

Situation Reports Warfare

China Continues Supplying Russia with Critical Dual-Use Components

China has introduced new restrictions on the export of dual-use goods to Russia starting on September 1, a notable shift given China’s role as a key supplier of such items…

September 24, 2024China, Russia, Ukraine

Coup Propaganda and Disinformation Psyops

Moscow May Be Plotting a Coup in Argentina

The Russian Interagency Influence Operations Network, known as RT, operates a Spanish-language version called "RT en Español," which is allegedly working to undermine the government of President Javier Milei in…

September 19, 2024Argentina, RT, Russia

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