Three new governors in Russia signal a shift, gaining some autonomy but tied to patronal networks, as the Kremlin crafts an illusion of public influence
Putin sees progress in Ukraine, but war strains mount. Labour and equipment shortages grow, while Russia leans on allies to sustain its military and economy
Turkey has been balancing between Moscow and Kyiv but now faces growing challenges. As tensions rise, will it maintain neutrality or reshape its regional role?
Russia’s maritime ambitions face setbacks as logistical and financial challenges hinder progress on key projects, such as the Northern Sea Route
After two years of caution, Moscow has made significant personnel changes to improve governance and consolidate control
North Korea’s 10,000 troops in Ukraine mark a shift – raising questions in Seoul and quiet concern in Beijing
Russia’s war veterans are being positioned as a new elite, as the Kremlin seeks to merge military and civilian spheres through loyalty and wartime experience
Putin’s army adapts tactically, but systemic flaws, heavy losses, poor morale, and reliance on foreign aid expose its failure to achieve strategic gains
Western sanctions against Russia have had mixed results, hitting finance and technology but failing to halt the war or isolate Russia due to global loopholes
Putin’s reshuffles centralize power among loyalists, creating a royal court dynamic. His personal grip is strong but fragile, akin to Stalin’s rule
The US should prioritize strategic over tactical goals with Russia, fostering broad elite coalitions to reduce pro-China shifts and prepare for post-Putin era
Putin decrees to raise troop numbers after heavy losses and a Ukrainian incursion in Kursk
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