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Capitalizing on the South Caucasus

As war continues to rage in Ukraine, the wider conflict between Russia and the West is opening new fronts, ones that won’t see actual battle but are nonetheless useful for gaining influence at the other’s expense. One such front is the South Caucasus, which is essential to Russia’s tactical and strategic objectives in Ukraine and […]

Daily Memo: Iran and Saudi Arabia to Normalize Relations

Middle East developments. Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to restore diplomatic ties after seven years of tensions. In a deal mediated by China, the...

The Evolution of Regime Change in Iran

The Islamic Republic of Iran turned 44 years old about a month ago despite being in the throes of evolutionary regime change for over a...

Daily Memo: Netherlands Moves to Limit Chipmaking Exports to China

Microchip restrictions. The Netherlands confirmed plans to impose additional restrictions on the export of advanced microchip technology to China over national security concerns, reportedly...

Israel and Iran’s Calibrated Conflict

For the past quarter century, Israel has endlessly reiterated its resolve to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, threatening to take military action should...

Daily Memo: China’s Institutional Restructuring

Institutional overhaul. China announced plans to restructure its Cabinet, known as the State Council. The plan includes the creation of a new regulator for...

Syria’s Earthquake Shakes Up Regional Stalemate

The Feb. 6 earthquake in Turkey and Syria is a formidable and complex humanitarian crisis. The death of more than 47,000 people and destruction...

Daily Memo: Israeli Warning, Russia’s Microchip Investment

Israel's military capabilities. The chief of the Israeli army has warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about potential consequences for the country’s military capabilities if...

Hungary and Russia

The Russian government has informed Hungary that its diplomats entering Russia will have to pay a fee rather than pass into Russia without paying...

Daily Memo: Beijing Sets Growth Target, Moscow Closes in on Bakhmut

2023 agenda. China set an economic growth target of 5 percent for 2023 at its annual National People’s Congress meeting over the weekend. Outgoing...

Russia’s New Foreign Policy Takes Shape

As the Ukraine crisis drags on, it’s becoming increasingly clear that economic and diplomatic ties between Russia and the West won’t be restored any...

Daily Memo: Slowing Inflation in Turkey, Nuclear Watchdog to Hold Talks in Tehran

Inflation in Turkey. Annual inflation in Turkey slowed to 55.2 percent in February, compared with 57.7 percent in January, its lowest level in a...
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