The Lobito Corridor: Washington’s Answer to Belt and Road in Africa
With the launch of the Lobito Corridor, Washington has made clear its intention to compete with China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Africa.
Strategic Commodities 2.0: US Lithium Production
US battery giants have long been reliant on foreign lithium supply for their production. But this is now changing.
Ukraine Aid and Leveraging NATO’s Moral Authority
EU countries are stepping up to provide Ukraine with the military aid it needs, but the outsize role hitherto played by Washington will not be easily filled.
Russia’s Eurasian Economic Union Faces Resistance in Central Asia
Whether a question of imperial relapse or simple economics, Moscow has long been trying to consolidate its influence in Central Asia through the Eurasian Economic Union. But some key regional governments are still not convinced.
Sudan: Post-Revolution Political Order under Strain
An apparent coup attempt illustrates ongoing challenges faced by the civilian-military transitional order in realizing the promise of Sudan’s 2019 revolution.
Focus Shifts to Manbij as Turkey Moves into Afrin Unopposed
An attack on Manbij would put President Erdogan in direct conflict with the US military and its Syrian allies.
The Battle for Sovereignty and Survival in Ukraine
In the current Ukraine crisis lies an opportunity to build a new and lasting security architecture in Europe.
Tracing Sudan’s Geopolitical History in the MENA
Part one of a two-part series, this article explores Sudan’s history in the MENA as well as the possibility of Shiite-Sunni geopolitical cooperation.
Phase III of Operation Cast Lead
Israel is about to launch Phase III of Operation Cast Lead – the capture of Gaza City. Electoral considerations almost certainly predict that Israel will attempt to topple Hamas and re-occupy Gaza, until Hamas’ rival Fatah can re-establish control on the ground. The Third Palestinian Intifada may be in the offing.
Kosovo Independence
Serbia and Russia have refused to recognize Kosovo’s independence arguing the declaration is illegal and sets international precedent that is applicable to other breakaway regions including pro-Russian South Ossieta and Abkhazia in Georgia.