DOWNLOAD KAZAKHSTAN: Anti-Russian Sanctions Likely to Impact Kazakh Economy Summary: Nur-Sultan implemented new measures to maintain economic control amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict and anti-Russian sanctions. This could lead to new trade alliances, which will likely help push economic development in the region. Development: On 2 March, Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov signed a decree creating an … Continue reading Eagle Eye 403
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DOWNLOAD RUSSIA-UKRAINE: Minsk Agreements May Influence Negotiations with Turkey Likely to Act as Mediator Summary: The Russian war with Ukraine could lead to Ankara mediating the conflict due to pressure from NATO. Former Minsk Agreements will likely act as a reference in creating a new agreement between Moscow and Kyiv. Background: Tensions between Kyiv and … Continue reading Eagle Eye 401
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DOWNLOAD RUSSIA: Belarus Joint Military Drills on Ukraine Likely Indicates Imminent Action Summary: Following the recent announcement of military exercises conducted alongside Belarus and the slow evacuation of the Russian Embassy in Kyiv, Russian President Vladimir Putin will likely take swift action on the Ukraine conflict in the near future. Development: On 18 January, Moscow … Continue reading Eagle Eye 396
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DOWNLOAD RUSSIA: Interference in Former Soviet Bloc Possibly to Gain Power and Protect Borders Summary: Following the fall of the Soviet Union, Moscow maintains influence in many regional affairs. It used its power to gain loyalty in parts of Ukraine and build strong ties with Nur-Sultan, which currently faces a critical decision regarding future relations … Continue reading Eagle Eye 390
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DOWNLOAD INDIA: Failed Peace Talks with Beijing Will Probably Only Lead to Border Skirmishes Summary: New Delhi and Beijing’s failed attempt to reach an agreement on disengagement goals regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC) at the recent peace talks will likely not escalate conflict levels. Development: On 10 October, New Delhi and Beijing … Continue reading Eagle Eye 388
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DOWNLOAD RUSSIA: Suez Canal Blockage Likely to Lead to New Arctic Trade Route Benefits Summary: The recent Suez Canal blockage enabled Russia to promote its Northern Sea Route (NSR), which may lead to new diplomatic opportunities and shipping efficiency. Development: On 29 March, Russia's Energy Ministry released a statement describing the reliability, security, and competitiveness of … Continue reading Eagle Eye 380
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DOWNLOAD SAUDI ARABIA: Riyadh Purge Likely to Solidify Future Latitude for Crown Prince Summary: The latest in a series of anti-corruption purges by Riyadh likely represents an effort by Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman (MBS) to ensure his ability to rule in whatever manner that he sees fit. This includes eliminating those that could challenge … Continue reading Eagle Eye 379
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DOWNLOAD EGYPT: Cairo Likely Seeks Alliances to Help Deter Regional Threats Summary: Since mid-February, Cairo took actions to promote political and economic development in multiple African and Asian nations to regain regional influence, support current allies, and develop new ones. Cairo reaffirmed its alliances with Khartoum and Amman. Currently, it continues investing heavily in Kinshasa … Continue reading Eagle Eye 378
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DOWNLOAD NORTH KOREA: Persistence of Increased Cyberattacks Likely to Fund Nuclear Program Summary: The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) sponsored and conducted a series of unprecedented cyberattacks through the efforts of various Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups. The DPRK-sponsored cyberattacks will almost certainly continue and will likely escalate, reinforced by the successes demonstrated in … Continue reading Eagle Eye 377
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DOWNLOAD EGYPT: Pledge of Support to Libya Likely Indicates Future Cooperation Summary: A meeting between the Egyptian President and the Interim Libyan Prime Minister will likely lead to Egypt taking more responsibility in rebuilding Libya’s national government. Development: On 18 February, more than six years after closing its embassy in Tripoli, Egyptian President Abdel … Continue reading Eagle Eye 375
