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The augmentation of BRICS, with the inclusion of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and Argentina, marks a significant division.

While Estonia celebrates its economic successes, cultural issues are bubbling just under the surface, setting the stage for tough decisions.

Millions of Russians have relocated into neighbouring countries, including Georgia, where attitudes towards these new arrivals varies.

Central Asia stands at a pivotal crossroads, with the next few months likely to set the course for the region going forward.

May 9 marked Victory Day in Russia and Ukraine. That might change soon, with Ukraine to consider changing the date to align with Europe.

Many former Russian Empire and USSR nations are reevaluating the place of the Russian language in their futures.

The war in Ukraine changed how Europe saw its defence. The continent is now scrambling to hastily rearm and modernise its defence industries

With the highly expected upcoming spring offensives in Ukraine, how are the dynamics of the war likely to change? We ask our expert panel.

After Azerbaijan called Russia's bluff in the Caucasus, the world now knows the core of the CSTO treaty is worthless. What happens now?

In a pre-recorded address at his desk, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a partial mobilisation of Russian troops for Ukraine.

With Ukraine capturing ground in the north it seems like the momentum of the war is firmly in Ukraine's favour. What challenges still await?

The death of Mikhail Gorbachev closes a long chapter in Russian history. We speak with two people uniquely qualified to reflect on his life.

Many expected Russia to trample Ukraine on the cyber front. The defenders have not only held their ground but are taking the fight to Russia

With grain shipments restarting from the ports in the Black Sea see an end to the various food security crises unfolding across the globe?

The collapse of the USSR brought about a period within Russia of unbridled chaos, devolving into a free-for-all amongst citizens unsure wher

Central Asia’s expanding role in the extraction of natural gas is feeding into the region's increasingly competitive energy geopolitics.

With multiple attempts being made on Putin's life, many are asking who would be his most likely successor. Listen to our panel discuss here.

Dissemination of false information attacking women is on the rise. We spoke to academic expert Dr Emma Briant to unpack the issues at play.

What happens when sanctions are applied to a major economy like Russia? Will this be the action that shakes the US's economic hegemony?

The Chechen leader's facade is faltering: Ramadov Kadyrov, the leader of Chechnya, has been slowly exposed as a Kremlin propaganda tool.

The Western Balkans have long been a battleground for influence, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine has ratcheted up the pressure.

With the recent uptick in tensions in the Caucasus will we see another war break out in the Caucasus?