Tag: Russia
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CIS and Russia-Central Asia Summits: Regional Dynamics and Moscow’s Strategy
The Dushanbe meetings, which occurred from October 8th to 10th, 2025, led to a collaborative set of political, security, and economic commitments within the Russia–Central Asia and CIS frameworks, resulting in 19 signed documents and the creation of a “CIS Plus” model.
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Afghanistan: the Taliban Discussed Investments in Mining Sector with Russian Companies
This report examines the recent meeting in Kabul between Mullah Baradar and representatives of Russian companies focused on investments in the mining sector.
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Russian Kinetic Anti Drone “Izdelie 545” and Implications for Forward UAV Defence
Russian sources report the field testing of a new kinetic anti‑drone device designated “Izdelie‑545”. This system’s purpose is to neutralise drones within a 100–150 meter range using a projectile that interferes with their communication and control systems.
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Dagestan and the International Forum on Sustainable Development of Mountain Territories: Why Matters?
The International Forum on “Sustainable Development of Mountain Territories,” convened in Makhachkala on 1–3 October 2025, constitutes a significant demonstration of Moscow’s intent to promote Dagestan’s economy and integrate the North Caucasian republic into multilateral Eurasian frameworks.
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Geopolitics of Gagauzia and Moldova’s EU Aspiration
This report examines the security and political repercussions of Gagauzia Governor Eugenia Guțsul’s arrest and sentencing, alongside legal actions targeting opposition figures, all in the lead-up to Moldova’s parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025.
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CSTO Military Exercise “Rubezh-2025”: Intel Briefing
This report provides an assessment of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) military exercise “Rubezh-2025”, held in Kyrgyzstan from 17 to 20 September 2025.
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Russia-Belarus Joint Military Exercise “Zapad-2025”: Intel Briefing
Russia and Belarus conducted the joint strategic exercise “Zapad-2025” from 12 to 16 September across 41 land and maritime training areas in both countries.
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The Eastern Economic Forum Points to the Strengthening of the Pro-Eurasian Vector of Moscow’s Policy
This report examines the geopolitical significance of the tenth Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), convened on September 3, 2025, in Vladivostok.
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Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025: Strategic Convergence in a Shifting Global Order
This report analyses the outcomes of the 25th Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), held in Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, 2025.
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Afghanistan Hosts 23,000 International Terrorists According to Russia
This report analyses the implications and reasons of Russia’s statement regarding the presence of 23,000 international terrorists and militants in Afghanistan.
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Trump–Putin Summit in Alaska: Geopolitical Implications and Strategic Narratives
This report analyses the geopolitical significance of the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025.
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Russian–Chinese Naval Exercise “Maritime Interaction–2025” in Asia-Pacific
From 1 to 5 August 2025, the Russian Pacific Fleet and the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) are conducting a bilateral naval exercise entitled Maritime Interaction – 2025 in the Sea of Japan/East Sea.
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Central Asia Economic Forum 2025: Business to Reinforce Russian Regional Presence via Tajikistan
The Central Asia Economic Forum (CAEF), held in Dushanbe in July 2025, confirmed Russia’s desire to preserve and expand its regional influence through business and cultural diplomacy.
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Uzbekistan-Russian Joint Military Exercise “Hamkorlik-2025”: Why Matters?
Uzbekistan concluded a week-long joint military exercise with the Russian Federation, named Hamkorlik-2025, from 15 to 21 July 2025 in Surxondaryo Region.
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CASAREX 2025: Russian-Iranian Military Cooperation and Security Implications in the Caspian Sea Region
Russia and Iran’s joint naval exercise, CASAREX 2025, in the Caspian Sea, strongly asserts their military presence in the strategically important region.
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South Caucasus: Strategic Security Risk and Russia’s Geopolitical Dynamics
Geopolitics in the Caucasus is constantly shifting, showing both division and lasting patterns. Despite pressure and diplomatic confrontation, particularly with Azerbaijan and Armenia, Russia retains influence in the South Caucasus through economic and cultural ties.
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Iran’s Diplomatic Efforts Towards China, Russia, and India at the SCO Summit
The Islamic Republic of Iran started increased its diplomatic and economic pivot towards the East, engaging intensively with Russia, China, and India during the recent SCO Summit and in the aftermath of the conflict with Israel in June 2025.
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North Korea’s Military Supplies to Russia Strengthen Its Economy and Geopolitical Standing
North Korea has significantly enhanced its economic position through unprecedented military and economic collaboration with the Russian Federation.
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Sukhum Airport: Geopolitics and Strategic Implications
This report examines the geopolitical effects of Sukhum Airport’s reopening and modernisation on Abkhazia, the Caucasian dynamics, and the Russian regional interests.
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Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) in Russia: Online Course on 13 September 2025
“OSINT in Russia” is a specialised, advanced training course designed for intelligence professionals, analysts, investigative journalists, compliance officers, and researchers working with Russian-language sources and data from the post-Soviet space.
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Dagestan: Economic Development, SVO Support, and Persistent Security Challenges
This report examines recent developments in Dagestan, focusing on security operations, public policy initiatives, and strategic infrastructure projects.
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Russia Recognised the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan: A New Great Game Started?
This report analyses the geopolitical consequences of Russia officially recognising the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in July 2025. This decision highlights Moscow’s intention to expand its influence in Central and South Asia.
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Russian–Armenian Relations and EU Regional Strategy: Latest Updates
This report analyses Moscow’s recent public support for Armenia’s legal system and stability, assesses how Yerevan’s pro-EU policies affect trade and defence cooperation between the two countries.
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Tajikistan: Economic Vulnerabilities and Bilateral Fiscal Dynamics with Russia
This report evaluates Tajikistan’s response to the economic pressures stemming from Russia’s targeted import restrictions and Dushanbe’s concurrent implementation of a revised fiscal agreement with Moscow.
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Telegram OSINT Channels Blockades and WhatsApp Disruptions in Russia: Why Matters?
This report examines the temporary suspension of multiple OSINT Telegram channels, with a focus on those affiliated with Ukraine, alongside the disruption of various Telegram and WhatsApp accounts, and assesses the resulting geopolitical and intelligence implications.
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Russia-Kazakhstan’s Business Dialogue: Updates from SPIEF 2025
This report analyses the current state and plans for Russia-Kazakhstan economic cooperation, as discussed at the 2025 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum’s business dialogue.
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The Geopolitical Dimension of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2025
This report assesses the strategic direction and geopolitical relevance of the 2025 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), scheduled from 18 to 21 June 2025.
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Russia’s Strategy Towards the Arab-Muslim World Amidst the Israeli-Iranian Conflict
Within the larger context of the Israeli-Iranian conflict, this report studies Russia’s current geopolitical manoeuvring in the Arab and Muslim world. Russia could use the conflict to strengthen ties with Arab and Muslim nations.
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Friends or Foes: Russia-China Relations and the FSB Intel Leaked Document
This report outlines the contents of a leaked eight-page planning document by the FSB’s Department of Counterintelligence Operations (DKRO), which describes China as a significant intelligence threat to the Russian Federation.
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Why Iranian Industrial Group Shasta’s Expanding Exports via Makhachkala Port Matters in Regional Geopolitics?
This report analyses the Iranian corporation Shasta’s involvement and interests in the Makhachkala Sea Trade Port in the Republic of Dagestan. The report also outlines potential benefits and challenges tied to these efforts.
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Kavkaz Investment Forum 2025: Economic and Geopolitical Outlook
This report provides an analytical assessment of the North Caucasus Federal District (NCFD) based on developments presented at the Kavkaz Investment Forum 2025, recent macroeconomic data, and ongoing geopolitical dynamics.
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What Can We Learn from Lavrov’s Official Visit to Armenia?
This report analyses Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s recent visit to Yerevan, examining the strategic messaging underpinning Moscow’s diplomatic posture towards Armenia and the broader South Caucasus.
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Tatarstan and the “Russia-Islamic World” KazanForum 2025
The report examines Tatarstan’s political, economic, and security landscape in Russia’s outreach to Muslim-majority states. KazanForum 2025 demonstrates Moscow’s shift toward non-Western partnerships, with Tatarstan acting as a facilitator of these relations.
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Armed Attack in Makhachkala Underlined Dagestan’s Security Dilemmas
This report evaluates the recent armed attack in Makhachkala within the broader context of persistent terrorist activity in the Republic of Dagestan. It assesses the tactical and strategic implications of recent violence targeting security forces and the state’s response capacity.
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Terrorism and Security Operations in the Russian Federation: April 2025 Review
This report briefly describes the recent terrorist threats in Russia in April 2025 and underlines that international jihadist networks, aided by online propaganda and transnational collaboration, still create a persistent and multifaceted terrorist threat.
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Armenian Business Association Discussed Yerevan’s Strategy Between Moscow and Brussels
This report examines Armenia’s shifting foreign policy orientation, using recent remarks made by the President of the Armenian Business Association Samvel Karapetyan at a Moscow business forum as an entry point for broader analysis. Karapetyan’s public concerns about the economic fallout of exiting the EAEU come at a critical moment in Yerevan’s recalibration of its strategic posture, with ongoing efforts to align more closely with the EU.
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Russia-Central Asia Relations Following the Almaty Ministerial Meeting
The eighth ministerial meeting between Russia and the five Central Asian states, held in Almaty on April 11, 2025, highlights Moscow’s ongoing efforts to consolidate strategic influence across its southern periphery. This report wants to assess the status of Russia-Central Asia relations and Moscow’s strategy to exploit multilateralism and security cooperation to influence Central Asian republics and counter the recent first EU-Central Asia summit.
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Russia’s Cultural Diplomacy in Armenia and Azerbaijan to Counter the West and Turkey
This report focuses on recent developments in the geopolitical dynamics between Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia, with a particular emphasis on Moscow’s efforts to reinstate its cultural influence in the South Caucasus. Russia’s waning influence in Armenia and Azerbaijan’s increasing alignment with Western powers provide the context for understanding these actions.
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Afghanistan New Geopolitical Game Among Russia, US, and China’s Strategies
In April 2025, Afghanistan has re-emerged as a critical node in regional and global geopolitics, shaped by intensifying engagement from Russia and China, and potential covert re-entry of US intelligence. These developments reflect a growing contest for strategic positioning in post-withdrawal Afghanistan, with significant implications for regional security dynamics.
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Russia’s Cultural Diplomacy in Uzbekistan and Central Asia Through Rossotrudnichestvo
This report examines the significance of Russian cultural diplomacy in Uzbekistan and Central Asia, and Rossotrudnichestvo’s contribution to the Kremlin’s regional aims. The report also analyses the “cultural geopolitical game” in the region involving regional and international actors.
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Russia’s Arctic Forum 2025 Underlined Moscow’s Strategy in the Region
The recent Arctic forum organised in Murmansk highlighted Russia’s strategic focus on expanding its economic and military presence in the region. Moscow seeks long-term infrastructure and resource development while asserting its dominance over the Northern Sea Route.
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Are Energy and Lithium Driving Russia’s North Caucasus Strategy?
This report examines the strategic importance of the North Caucasus region for Russia, focusing on its role as a critical energy transit hub and local energy production area. Following the Ukraine conflict and the rising energy demands, the enhancement of energy infrastructure, including both local and transnational oil and gas pipelines, has become a key focus of the Kremlin policy.
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“Maritime Security Belt 2025” Naval Exercise: Developing Security Architecture Of The Indian Ocean
The seventh annual trilateral naval exercise “Maritime Security Belt 2025” started on March 10th, 2025, near Chabahar, Iran, encompassing anti-piracy, search-and-rescue, and naval combat exercises. The presence of Russia, China hosted by Iran in the strategically significant Gulf of Oman underscores their shared interest in countering Western influence and safeguarding themselves against an increasingly assertive Western bloc.
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Russia’s Strategic Diplomatic Shift: Alexander Darchiev is the New Russian Ambassador to the United States
The appointment of Alexander Darchiev as Russia’s ambassador to the United States marks a pivotal moment in Moscow’s diplomatic strategy. Amidst the current high tensions, his position and experience at the Russian Foreign Ministry suggest he may strive to improve, rather than damage, U.S.-Russia relations.
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Navigating Sanctions: Orenburg and Iran’s Economic Partnership
The report analyses recent economic and diplomatic activities involving the Orenburg Region of Russia and Iran, focusing on the deepening ties and joint cooperation opportunities. On February 21st-24th, 2025, a delegation representing Russia’s Oregon region, headed by Vice-Governor Ignat Petukhov, took part in the international EURASIA EXPO-2025 exhibition in Tehran.
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The Ukraine Conflict’s Impact on Russia-China Relations and Asia-Pacific Security Dynamics
This report analyses the influence of the Ukrainian conflict on Moscow and Beijing’s economic-military relations and their respective perspectives the geopolitical dynamics of the Asia-Pacific region.
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Ukraine conflict and Western Sanctions against Moscow: Analysis of Russian Efforts to Repatriate Frozen Assets in 2024
In 2024, Russia successfully recovered approximately 570 billion rubles ($6.3 billion) in assets previously frozen by Western nations because of the ongoing geopolitical conflict. Even with its successes, the substantial amount of Russia’s reserves frozen, primarily in the EU, remains a significant threat to its financial health.
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NATO, Ukraine, and the U.S. Strategy: The Geopolitical Implications of Trump’s Vision
This report examines the shifting dynamics of U.S. foreign policy towards Ukraine and NATO, particularly considering Donald Trump’s return to the White House. It analyses how the current U.S. Administration, characterised by reduced overseas commitments, fiscal conservatism, and scepticism towards allied burden-sharing, could reshape transatlantic security.
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Putin’s Defender of the Fatherland Day Address: Narrative Analysis and Strategic Implications
This report analyses President Vladimir Putin’s Defender of the Fatherland Day address (23 February 2025), which reinforces key narratives legitimising Russia’s military actions in Ukraine, strengthening domestic resolve, and projecting historical continuity.
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Analysis of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Central Asia: Perspectives and Challenges
This report aims at assessing the activities of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Central Asia, its perspectives and challenges.
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Ethnic Alliances and Foreign Influence: The Power Struggle in Abkhazia’s Elections
This report aims to analyse the key outcomes of the election, the potential shifts in Abkhazia’s foreign and domestic policies, and the broader implications for regional stability. The results were as follows: Gunba 46.38%, Ardzinba 36.92%, Bartstits 4.04%, Arshba 7.53%, and Khurkhumal 0.91%. As no candidate obtained more than 50% of the vote, a second round will be held on March 1st, 2025.
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Security and Terrorism in the North Caucasus: Interview with Mark Youngman
SpecialEurasia met with Mark Youngman to discuss his recent report “Terrorism and counterterrorism in the North Caucasus: 2024 trends” considering his vast experience as an open-source intelligence (OSINT) analyst and independent researcher.
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Belarus Presidential Elections Confirmed Lukashenko’s Leadership Among Western Criticism
The January 26th, 2025, presidential election in Belarus resulted in Alexander Lukashenko extending his 31-year rule. Western governments have widely criticised the electoral process, citing the absence of free and fair conditions. The election took place against the backdrop of heightened political repression, lack of opposition candidates, and Belarus’ deepening alignment with Russia.
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15 Years of the North Caucasus Federal District: An Analysis of Achievements and Challenges
This report aims at underlining the North Caucasus Federal District’s positive trends and the local challenges which might undermine regional stability and the Kremlin’s efforts to improve the socioeconomic conditions.
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Putin-Pashinyan’s Phone Conversation Confirmed Russia’s Interest in Armenia and the Caucasus
The recent phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reviewed Armenia’s presidency of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and outline future cooperation within the bloc.
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Putin-Pezeshkian’s Meeting in Moscow: Analysis of Russia-Iran’s Strategic Partnership
This report, based on local and international sources and SpecialEurasia’ previous investigations, analyse Putin-Pezeshkian’s meeting and the impact of an increasing Russia-Iran’s cooperation in the Eurasian geopolitical chessboard.
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Assessment of Armenia’s Foreign Policy Towards U.S., EU and Russia’s Regional Presence
This report assesses Yerevan’s foreign policy toward Washington and Brussels, and Moscow’s potential responses, considering Russia’s diminishing influence in the Caucasian republic after approximately thirty years. In addition, it analyses potential threats to Armenia arising from the expansion of its ties with the West.
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How Kazakhstan’s Interest in Bulgaria’s Energy Market Might Affect Russia’s Local Influence
This report examines how Kazakhstan’s strategic move in Bulgaria’s energy market affects the regional geopolitical balance, considering Russia’s local influence and political developments.
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15 March 2025: Online Course “OSINT for the Russian-Speaking World”
On Saturday, March 15th, 2025, SpecialEurasia organises the online course in “OSINT in the Russian-speaking World” designed for professionals, researchers, analysts, and investigators aiming to enhance their ability to work with Russian-language sources
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Assessing Russia’s Strategic Realignment in Syria and the Middle East: Insights from Alexander Hoffmann
SpecialEurasia had an exclusive conversation with Alexander Hoffmann, a Military Adviser from the Russian Federation. His analysis sheds light on the Kremlin’s military, diplomatic, and strategic recalibrations, offering a comprehensive perspective on Russia’s current and future approach in Syria and the broader Middle East.
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Analysis: Russia-Kyrgyzstan Relations and Strategic Partnership
This report explores Russia’s influence in Kyrgyzstan, concentrating on economic, military, and socio-cultural ties while acknowledging the competition from regional players like China and Turkey.
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Geopolitics and Strategy of China-Mongolia-Russia Economic Corridor (CMREC)
The China-Mongolia-Russia Economic Corridor (CMREC) initiative, set for deployment in the latter half of the 2020s, represents a trilateral ambition to fortify regional economic integration and elevate transnational trade efficiency across Eurasia.
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Evento “No all’escalation del conflitto in Ucraina” | Roma – 6 Dicembre 2024
Il CeSEM – Centro Studi Eurasia Mediterraneo in collaborazione con SpecialEurasia organizzano il giorno venerdì 6 dicembre 2024 a Roma presso il Centro Congressi Cavour l’evento “No all’escalation del conflitto in Ucraina. I popoli europei vogliono la pace”.
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Russian Arctic Development and National Security Strategy: Analysing Current Trajectory and Implications
Russia continues to pursue an assertive development agenda in the Arctic, emphasising the region’s economic potential and strategic significance for national security. This strategy includes expanding infrastructure, fostering private investment, and enhancing transport routes, specifically the Northern Sea Route (NSR).
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Intel Report: Abkhazia’s Domestic Political Crisis and Regional Implications
This report investigates recent protests in Abkhazia that reflect a deepening crisis in the republic (linked with Russian interests in the Caucasus), primarily driven by opposition factions demanding President Aslan Bzhania’s resignation and a full political transition.
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International Forum “REBUS 2024” in Tatarstan and its Implications for Sino-Russian Economic Cooperation
The following report investigates the role of the “REBUS 2024” forum in Tatarstan as a catalyst for expanding Sino-Russian economic ties and regional cooperation.
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Russian Federation: Role of Key Regional Leaders in Kremlin’s Foreign Relations
This report assesses the diplomatic roles of key Russian regional leaders in advancing Moscow’s foreign policy objectives, particularly in their engagements with the Arab-Muslim world and Far East, and to evaluate the strategic implications of their increasing involvement in international relations.
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North Korea’s Troops Deployment to Russia: Analysis of Regional Security Risks and the Ukraine Conflict
North Korea’s choice to send troops to support Russia in Ukraine is a significant change in global dynamics that could affect security in Eastern Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.
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Incident Report: UAV Attack on the Russian University of Special Forces in Gudermes, Chechnya
On October 29th, 2024, a UAV attack targeted the Russian University of Special Forces (RUS) in Gudermes, Chechnya, resulting in a fire on the roof of an unoccupied building.
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CSTO “Rubezh-2024” Military Exercise in Tajikistan
This report investigates the “Rubezh-2024” military exercise occurred in Tajikistan, focusing on its implications for Moscowʼs regional military and foreign policies in Central Asia. The exercise facilitates the transfer of combat experience from Russian military personnel, drawn from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Islamic Banking in Russia: A SWOT Analysis
This report evaluates the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) surrounding Russia’s newly launched Islamic banking pilot programme. Started in September 2023, the programme seeks to assess the feasibility of Islamic financial services across Tatarstan, Bashkortostan, Chechnya, and Dagestan.
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Online Course “OSINT for the Russian-Speaking World”, December 14th, 2024
SpecialEurasia organises the online course “OSINT in the Russian-speaking world,” scheduled for Saturday, December 14th, 2024, from 09.00 to 13.00 CET.
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Kalmykia: A New Russia Center for the Development of the Caspian Sea’s Regional Cooperation
This report seeks to outline the historical and socioeconomic features of Kalmykia and examine its potential contribution to Moscow’s logistics strategy in the Caspian Sea region.
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North Caucasus: New Geostrategic Opportunities
This report investigates the upcoming forum “North Caucasus: New Geostrategic Opportunities” scheduled on 4-5 October 2024. The forum aims to examine the strategic potential of the NorthCaucasus in Russia’s global strategy, focusing on infrastructure, regional growth, and human capital.
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Dagestan Between Kremlin’s Support and Indian Interests
This report analyses the recent developments in Dagestan, focusing on Moscow’s strategic interests in the republic and the geopolitical significance of the North Caucasus. It highlights the visit of Yuri Chaika, the Russian President’s representative in the North Caucasus, to Dagestan, and assesses the importance of the recent meeting between Dagestani authorities and an Indian delegation.
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Eastern Economic Forum 2024: A Geopolitical Assessment
An analysis of the Eastern Economic Forum’s business program highlights that Russia is strengthening the strategic eastern vector of its geopolitics, outlining a large-scale program for the development of its eastern territories and comprehensively strengthening ties with the leading actors of the Global South.
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Russia’s Naval Tactics and Training in the Black and Baltic Sea
This report examines recent naval counter-divergence training exercises and tactical developments conducted by Russian forces in the Baltic and Black Sea regions. This report aims to provide an assessment of current naval capabilities, strategic implications, and future outlooks for the involved regions.
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Counter-Terrorism Operations in Ingushetia and Adygea: Recent Developments
The recent counter-terrorism operations in Ingushetia and Adygea underscore the persistent threat of terrorism within Russia and the government’s ongoing efforts to neutralise such threats.
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Putin’s Visit to Baku: Assessing the Geopolitical Implications for the South Caucasus
This report analyses recent developments in the bilateral relations between Russia and Azerbaijan, focusing on the outcomes of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s official visit to Baku and its implications for regional geopolitics.
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North Korea Sends Troops to Ukraine: Why Matters?
The recent defence pact established between Russia and North Korea represents a notable escalation in Eurasian geopolitical dynamics, carrying the potential for wide-ranging consequences. Following the signing of this agreement, according to Seoul’s sources, there is the eventuality that Pyongyang will deploy military engineering units to support Russian forces in the Ukrainian conflict.
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Ep. 25 – Report on Terrorist Attacks in Dagestan
The latest episode of the SpecialEurasia Geopolitical Report Podcast delves into the recent coordinated terrorist attacks that took place in the cities of Makhachkala and Derbent in Dagestan.
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Intelligence Brief: Violent Attacks in Makhachkala and Derbent in Dagestan
The violent attacks which targeted law enforcement and religious sites in Derbent and Makhachkala in the Republic of Dagestan highlight security issues in the North Caucasus and terrorist threats in the Russian Federation.
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Ep. 24 – Russia’s Naval Manoeuvres and Kremlin’s Strategy
In the latest episode of the SpecialEurasia Geopolitical Report Podcast, we analysed the Kremlin’s maritime strategy as a pivotal component of its broader foreign policy agenda. This month, the Russian Pacific Fleet engaged in joint military exercises with Egypt in the Mediterranean Sea, marking a significant development in Russian naval operations.
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Intel Report: Vladimir Putin’s Visit to North Korea
On June 19th, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a landmark visit to Pyongyang, marking his first visit to North Korea in almost a quarter-century. This visit signifies a deepening of the already complex and strategic relationship between Moscow and Pyongyang, driven by mutual geopolitical interests and a shared opposition to U.S. influence.
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Russia: Islamic State Suspects Targeted a Detention Centre in Rostov-on-Don. Why Matters?
This report provides an analysis of recent terrorist incidents within the Russian Federation, focusing on the mutiny at a provincial detention centre in Rostov-on-Don and its connection with the Islamic State.
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Intel Report: Russia-Iran-India Coal Export Initiative
Russia is bolstering its energy relations with India through a strategic partnership involving Iran for coal exports, leveraging the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) to facilitate coal exports.
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SPIEF 2024: Kazakhstan’s Enhancing Ties with Russia and Asia
Russia is gearing up to host the SPIEF 2024, a pivotal annual event that unites Russia’s business partners and provides a platform for bilateral agreements while addressing current global issues. Kazakhstan will participate in the event, aiming to strengthen its established partnerships with Moscow and Beijing and to forge new connections with the growing economies of Asia.
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Intel Report: Meeting Between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping
The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping is of paramount importance in the current international landscape. Despite the regularity of their encounters, this visit holds unique significance, because both Moscow and Beijing want to send a powerful message to the international community about their enduring strategic partnership amidst global challenges.
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Andrei Belousov, Russia’s New Minister of Defence: Why Matters?
This assessment delves into the recent reshuffle within the Russian government, focusing on the replacement of long-serving Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu with economist Andrei Belousov. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical, political, economic, and social factors, this report aims to provide insights into the implications of these changes for Russia’s strategic landscape.
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Tatarstan-Turkey Economic Relations and Implications for Russian Geopolitics
This report examines the implications of April’s meeting between Tatarstan and Turkish representatives and highlights Tatarstan’s role in foresting Moscow’ foreign relation and, simultaneously, remaining a key economic and political asset in the Russian hands.
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Geopolitical Report: Kavkaz Investment Forum and the Future of the North Caucasus
The upcoming Kavkaz Investment Forum in Chechnya presents an opportunity to highlight the economic potential of the North Caucasus region. Recent years have seen robust socio-economic growth, but challenges remain, including over-reliance on tourism and external geopolitical pressures.
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Intel Report: Russia’s Transport Strategy in Central Asia
Recent developments show significant shifts in transportation and trade routes linking Europe, Asia, and the Persian Gulf. Russia’s investment in transport corridors through Iran and the Arctic, alongside developments in the Turkmenbashi port, signifies a strategic move to reshape regional trade dynamics.
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Intelligence Report: The Ingush Jamaat and the Islamic State Wilayat Kavkaz
The resurgence of Islamist radical activity in the North Caucasus region, particularly attributed to the Ingush Jamaat of the Islamic State Wilayat Kavkaz, poses a significant threat to regional stability and security.
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Enhancing Regional Security: Russia-Tajikistan Joint Anti-Terrorism Exercises
Russia and Tajikistan are currently engaged in joint counterterrorism exercises, which have become even more crucial because of the rise in terrorist activities in Afghanistan. This partnership between Moscow and Dushanbe highlights their commitment to enhancing military and defence cooperation.
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Terrorist Attack in Russia and Islamic State Wilayat Khurasan’s Jihadist Propaganda
On April 8th, 2024, the Al Azaim Foundation released The Voice of Khurasan Issue 34 titled “The Bear Bewildered.” This publication analysed the recent terrorist attacks in Moscow defined as a ‘retaliation’ and serves as a call to action aimed at mobilising the Muslim Ummah against perceived Western invasions and advocating for the restoration of the Caliphate.
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Russia’s Far East and China
Developing and improving the socioeconomic conditions in the Far East is of utmost importance for the Russian Federation, as it offers a substantial opportunity for economic growth and strategic influence. In this scenario, although Beijing might be one of the key investors in the region, there is also the possibility of a conflict between Russia and China for the control and influence of the Far East’s regional dynamics and economic market.
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Ep. 9 – Terrorist Attack in Moscow: Risk Scenario Analysis
The recent terrorist attacks targeting the Crocus City Hall in Moscow, leaving 147 dead and hundreds injured, have sent shockwaves through Russia and beyond. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder that no nation is immune to the threat of terrorism and the insidious spread of jihadist propaganda.
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China-Russia Competition in Kyrgyzstan’s Investment Market
The landscape of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Kyrgyzstan highlights the China-Russia competition in the Central Asian republic with China emerging as the principal investor, surpassing Russia and Kazakhstan.
22 November 2025 – Online Course Geopolitical Intelligene Analysis
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