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Russia Still a Cold Front for Central Asian Migrants

Russia Still a Cold Front for Central Asian Migrants

By Niginakhon Saida
Do Russian demands for stricter measures against labor migrants mark a shift in Moscow’s relationship with Central Asia?

From Migrants to Militants: Domestic Roots of Central Asian Jihadism in Russia

From Migrants to Militants: Domestic Roots of Central Asian Jihadism in Russia

By Uran Botobekov
The political, socioeconomic, and religious factors driving the radicalization of Central Asian and Caucasian Muslims in Russia are clearly domestic, rather than influenced by the West.
Central Asian Presidents to be ‘Guests of Honor’ for Russian Victory Day Parade

Central Asian Presidents to be ‘Guests of Honor’ for Russian Victory Day Parade

By Catherine Putz
For the second year in a row, Central Asia’s leaders are making the trek to Moscow to mark a holiday of fleeting relevance in the region.

Tajikistan Advises Citizens Against Travel to Russia

Tajikistan Advises Citizens Against Travel to Russia

By Catherine Putz
More than a month after xenophobic abuse directed toward Tajiks spiked in the wake of the Crocus City Hall attack, Dushanbe issued a “temporary” recommendation against travel to Russia.

Islamic State Escalates Anti-Russian Militant Campaign

Islamic State Escalates Anti-Russian Militant Campaign

By Peter Smith, Lucas Webber, and Colin P. Clarke
The Islamic State organization and its violent progeny, ISKP, have viewed Moscow as their enemy since the group’s inception. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

What’s in the US Intelligence Community’s 2024 Annual Threat Assessment?

What’s in the US Intelligence Community’s 2024 Annual Threat Assessment?

By Catherine Putz
China, Russia, and the usual suspects feature heavily in a tangled web of threats perceived by the U.S. intelligence community that range across the globe.

Will Thailand Deport a Group of Dissident Musicians to Russia?

Will Thailand Deport a Group of Dissident Musicians to Russia?

By Mark S. Cogan
Unfortunately for the members of the rock group Bi-2, Thailand has a history of accommodating the requests of authoritarian governments.
CSTO Issues Belated Declaration After Minsk Summit

CSTO Issues Belated Declaration After Minsk Summit

By Catherine Putz
The foreign ministers of the CSTO, of which Russia is a member, without apparent irony put out a statement that says “no state should ensure its security at the expense of the security of other states.”

Military-ruled Myanmar Hosts Joint Naval Exercise With Russia

Military-ruled Myanmar Hosts Joint Naval Exercise With Russia

By Grant Peck
Russia is a major supporter and arms supplier of Myanmar's military government, which seized power and ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021. 

Russian Defense Minister Uses Stage at Chinese Military Forum to Accuse US of Fueling Tensions

Russian Defense Minister Uses Stage at Chinese Military Forum to Accuse US of Fueling Tensions

By Simina Mistreanu
Sergei Shoigu also accused NATO of trying to expand its footprint in the Asia-Pacific under the pretense of seeking dialogue and collaboration with regional countries.

Another Summit to Watch: Commonwealth of Independent States Heads to Gather in Kyrgyz Capital

Another Summit to Watch: Commonwealth of Independent States Heads to Gather in Kyrgyz Capital

By Catherine Putz
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to attend. It will be his first trip abroad since the ICC issue an arrest warrant in March 2023.
Defining ‘Responsible Behavior’ in Space Is a Growing Necessity

Defining ‘Responsible Behavior’ in Space Is a Growing Necessity

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Amid worsening geopolitical dynamics and contested great power relations, even obvious good behavior needs to be spelled out clearly. 

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