Russia’s domestic situation continues to deteriorate as it suffers the consequences of its war against Ukraine. Despite the Kremlin’s efforts to project an image of strength, Russia is no longer the superpower it once was. This is particularly evident in the state of the Russian... MORE

Executive Summary: Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan reached a historic agreement on border delimitation on February 21, marking the end of decades-long disputes and military conflicts. The agreement also covers transport and water resource division, reinforcing regional stability. Officials in Bishkek and Dushanbe highlight the mutual concessions... MORE

Executive Summary: The Russian Foreign Intelligence (SVR) has been accusing the European Union of conducting influence campaigns in Georgia through funding anti-government protests. EU officials denied these claims, calling them a disinformation campaign aimed at undermining EU-Georgia relations. The ruling Georgian Dream party has escalated... MORE

Executive Summary: Russia is ramping up its military efforts—despite discussions of a ceasefire—with speculation about a second wave of mobilization. New Cossack battalions and expanded funding suggest a growing paramilitary force, indirectly increasing Russia’s mobilization potential. Several recent developments indicate that Moscow is preparing for... MORE

Executive Summary:  The Kremlin faces a serious shortage of police officers amid rising, increasingly violent crimes that are predicted to only worsen with the return of veterans of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Many Russians are taking things into their own hands as well as... MORE

Executive Summary: The Kremlin remains committed to its policy of confrontation with the West through weakening alliances and financial influence, despite Russia’s ongoing preparations for the potential end of its invasion of Ukraine. Moscow continues to stake its strategy on the expectation that BRICS countries... MORE

Executive Summary: Recent U.S., European, and Ukrainian diplomatic efforts have gained momentum while the Kremlin insists on a ceasefire that aligns entirely with Russian interests. Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to dismiss U.S. threats of imposing tighter financial sanctions and tariffs against Russia, while excitement... MORE

Executive Summary: Ukraine holds Europe’s largest reserves of uranium and aims to become self-sufficient in domestic uranium production by 2027. Ukraine and the United States are debating how a critical minerals deal could factor into potential security guarantees or a peace settlement in Russia’s war... MORE

Executive summary: Roscosmos, Russia’s state-owned space corporation, struggles with financial difficulties, inefficiencies, and the loss of Western partnerships despite its preeminent role in Russia’s space and defense sectors.  Russian President Vladimir Putin’s appointment of Dmitry Bakanov as Roscosmos’s Director General is part of Russia’s broader... MORE