Eurasia Press & News
The United States and Finland formalized a defense cooperation agreement (DCA) on December 18th, marking a pivotal development in their military collaboration. The accord entails Helsinki’s commitment to facilitating access to its military bases for U.S. forces, thereby fostering joint training initiatives and implementing various cooperative measures. U.S. Secretary of …
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December, 2023
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23 December
Will Washington Intervene To Protect The Kurds Of Syria And Iraq? – Analysis
Kurdish autonomous regions in Iraq and Syria are increasingly coming under threat by regional powers, namely Iran and Turkey. They are also increasingly becoming vulnerable to internal challenges posed by the central governments in Baghdad and Damascus. The United States, at different stages, played a central role in the establishment …
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23 December
The Future of Terrorist Use of Improvised Explosive Devices: Getting in Front of an Evolving Threat
Abstract: Because of their outsized impact—as well as the wide availability of device components—violent extremists in the United States consider improvised explosive devices a valuable part of their arsenal. They are easy to make, difficult to combat, and cause significant harm and disruption. Yet this threat is not static. Violent …
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23 December
The ghost of terrorism re-emerges: The resurgence of ‘ISIS’ and ‘Al-Qaeda’ organizational activity and their strategy for adaptation and resilience
For nearly twenty-three years, extraordinary efforts have been exerted, and substantial funds have been invested in the fight against terrorism, with a particular focus on the threats posed by Al-Qaeda and ISIS. In 2006, the United Nations adopted and implemented a global strategy to combat terrorism. This strategy included a …
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23 December
Are Ukraine’s President and Chief Commander Really at War?
The dispute is not over who has done more for victory, but over who is most to blame for the fact that the turning point in Ukraine’s favor never came. As the war in Ukraine reaches the end of its second year, not a trace remains of the former unity …
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23 December
Operation Iron Swords (Updated to 1 p.m., December 19, 2023)
The combat arena: The IDF forces continued the integrated ground maneuver in the Gaza Strip, with fighting in Jabalia, Shejaiya and Beit Hanoun in the northern Gaza Strip; there was also activity in Gaza City. In the southern Gaza Strip IDF forces continued taking control of Khan Yunis. Palestinian sources …
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23 December
The Limits Of A Russia-China Partnership That Claims To Have None – Analysis
Three weeks before Russian tanks rolled into Ukraine last year, President Vladimir Putin traveled to Beijing for the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping – an event shunned by Western leaders. In a 5,300-word joint statement issued the same day, Xi and Putin said …
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23 December
Iran: IRGC Navy Organizes Ocean-Going Mobilization Forces
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy has established a popular unit consisting of voluntary local sailors that can carry out operations in oceans with their vessels armed with rockets, a top commander said. Addressing a conference on Tuesday, IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri said the naval Basij …
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23 December
Insights Into Collaboration Of Five Caspian States – Analysis
At the first waving blush, the Caspian forum concluded early December 2023 portrays huge untapped business and geopolitical implications. With evolving geopolitical situation steadily rising to new heights and undergoing paradigm shifts, the forum has some strong blissful political colouration. But its historical roots and geographical inter-connectedness give the five …
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23 December
Serbia Elections To Prolong Questions Of Stability And Security In Western Balkans – Analysis
Two days ago on 17 December, general and local elections took place in Serbia, a Western Balkans country often linked with conflicts. The outcomes of the elections are already being challenged by the majority of opposition leaders, particularly within the ‘Serbia Against Violence’ coalition. The results of these elections in …
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