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Armenia Tests EU Security Ties as Russia Loses Regional Control

Armenia hosts EU security summits while maintaining Russian military bases, signaling post-Soviet states are hedging against Moscow's Ukraine-driven preoccupation and declining influence.

May 4, 2026 | Maria Volkov

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UAE Exits OPEC Signals Cartel Collapse Energy Realignment

UAE abandons OPEC to increase oil production, signaling cartel's structural collapse. Abu Dhabi bets on US alignment over OPEC solidarity amid regional conflict.

May 1, 2026 | Alex Reeves

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Moscow's Iran Bet Reveals Russia's Military Overextension Crisis

Russia's 2025 Iran treaty substitutes diplomatic positioning for military capability, revealing Moscow can't sustain great power competition across multiple theaters simultaneously.

Apr 30, 2026 | Alex Reeves

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China Normalizes Military Presence Across Indo-Pacific Waters

China expands naval presence across Indo-Pacific through incremental deployments and port upgrades. Beijing's salami-slicing strategy aims to establish military dominance before regional powers coordinate response.

Apr 29, 2026 | James Chen

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Iran Blockade Cracks Three Thousand Containers Stranded Pakistan

US naval blockade of Iran strands 3,000 containers in Pakistan ports. Economic pressure forces Tehran toward diplomacy as Russia and Pakistan position as mediators.

Apr 28, 2026 | Sarah Mitchell

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US Seizes Iranian Ship Tanker War Returns Strait Hormuz

US Navy seizes Iranian container ship near Strait of Hormuz, escalating maritime blockade. Modern tanker war threatens 20% of global oil supply with asymmetric Iranian capabilities.

Apr 24, 2026 | Alex Reeves

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EU's €90 Billion Bet Signals Permanent Ukraine Stalemate

European Union commits €90 billion loan as Russia stalls militarily in March 2026. Funding signals shift from victory to indefinite conflict management and survival.

Apr 23, 2026 | Alex Reeves

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China Arms Iran: Military Support Behind Neutrality Rhetoric

China supplies Iran with reconnaissance satellites, missiles, and drone technology while maintaining diplomatic neutrality. Beijing's covert arms transfers signal strategic realignment in great power competition.

Apr 22, 2026 | James Chen

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Sexual Violence Displaces Palestinians West Bank Report

West Bank Protection Consortium documents systematic sexual violence forcing Palestinian displacement. Israeli soldiers reinstated despite assault charges, enabling impunity.

Apr 21, 2026 | Sarah Mitchell

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Russia's Terrorism Claims Don't Add Up Amid Credibility Crisis

FSB announces foiled bomb plot allegedly coordinated by Ukraine, but Russia's pattern of unverified accusations undermines credibility. Independent verification remains absent.

Apr 20, 2026 | James Chen

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Strait of Hormuz Reopens Europe Militarizes Maritime Security

Strait of Hormuz reopens after Iran ceasefire, but Europe proposes dedicated multinational force. Maritime security militarization signals distrust in peace durability.

Apr 17, 2026 | James Chen

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Russia's Deadliest 2026 Attack Signals Major Offensive Coming

Russia launched 700 drones and ballistic missiles on April 16, killing 17 and wounding 100+. Infrastructure targeting and air defense saturation signal imminent ground offensive.

Apr 16, 2026 | Alex Reeves