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Russia Claims Indonesian Mercenaries Fighting For Ukrainian Military

Moscow has alleged that 10 Indonesians were fighting alongside the Ukrainian military as “mercenaries” against Russia since it invaded the former Soviet republic in February 2022, according to the Russian Embassy in Jakarta on Friday. Meanwhile, neighboring Malaysia said this week it had no information that any of its citizens …

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The Fire That Didn’t Burn: Transnistria’s Unanswered Call For Russian Support – Analysis

On February 28, the legislature of Transnistria, a pro-Russia, de facto independent state internationally recognized as part of Moldova, appealed to Moscow for “protection” from the pro-European government in Chisinau. This preceded Russian President Vladimir Putin’s annual address the following day, offering the prospect of a surprise public announcement about …

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Iraq’s Development Road: Geopolitics, Rentierism, and Border Connectivity

Summary Iraq’s Development Road project aims to create an Iraqi transborder transportation network connecting the Persian Gulf with Türkiye. This network would enhance Iraq’s geopolitical status as a trade corridor and provide financial returns, reducing the state’s reliance on hydrocarbons. However, the project faces obstacles, including challenges of financing and …

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