Russia’s outreach to the region has successfully exploited regimes’ frustrations with the West. Yet it has encountered difficulties in navigating the complex interrelations and rivalries.

A discussion of territorial losses in the Donbas, the situation in Kursk, manpower challenges on both sides, and how Ukraine is seeking war termination on favorable terms.

By aligning with Russia occasionally, Egypt not only mitigates the impact of fluctuating U.S. support but also extracts concessions and benefits from both the United States and Russia.

Rather than bemoaning the emergence of the BRICS, the West should court those member states that have a stake in making sure that the grouping does not become an overtly anti-Western outfit intent on undermining the global order.

A conversation about how Russia’s efforts to influence American voters in this year’s elections are getting more advanced and what can be done to protect election integrity.

A conversation about the state of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the potential role of Western long-range missiles.