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Russian invasion of Ukraine
What Fate Awaits Russians Detained in Central Asia, Awaiting Extradition?
By Catherine Putz
In one case, both the U.S. and Russia want a Russian citizen extradited, putting the states of Central Asia once again in the middle of a geopolitical mess.
What Are the Future Implications of Russia-Ukraine Cyber Conflict for East Asia?
By Brandon Valeriano and Jose M. Macias
There is considerable evidence of an uptick in cyber conflict associated with the war, yet few significant cyber operations. Here’s what East Asia can learn from the conflict.
EU Leader Cites Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine to Warn Against China’s Aggression in Asia
By Jim Gomez
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a joint news conference with the Philippine president that “the illegal use of force cannot be tolerated, not in Ukraine, not in the Indo-Pacific.”
China Studies Nuclear Risk in the Context of the Ukraine War
By Lyle Goldstein and Nathan Waechter
What lessons does Russia’s nuclear signaling hold for a prospective Chinese war to force unification with Taiwan?
As Focus on Sanctions Evasion in Kyrgyzstan Intensifies, Government Promises Action
By Catherine Putz
As consequences loom, Kyrgyz officials have moved quickly to acknowledge, rather than deny, allegations of sanctions evasion and promise action.
Will Africa Rather Than China Be the Peacemaker in the Russia-Ukraine War?
By Ovigwe Eguegu
Africa's proposal for an end to the war is broadly similar to China's, but there are some important differences.
Russia, China, and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant
By Joseph Webster
The Kremlin is unlikely to order an attack on a Ukrainian nuclear facility, partly because of its relationship with Beijing.
China, Russia Target Western Financial System With Propaganda and Disinformation
By Kyle Walter and Hamsini Hariharan
As multipolar ambitions persist, the Western financial system has become a prime target of both Chinese and Russian disinformation campaigns.
Taking Stock of Kyrgyzstan-US Relations With Amb. Lesslie Viguerie
By Catherine Putz
The Diplomat’s Managing Editor Catherine Putz had a recent conversation with U.S. Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Lesslie Viguerie about the state of relations.
Will China Change Its Approach to the Ukraine War?
By Zhenze Huang
China's ambivalent stance on Russia's invasion of Ukraine reflects its national interests, and is unlikely to significantly change.
Could Kazakhstan’s Uranium Exports to the US Increase?
By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
If imports of Russian uranium are blocked by the U.S., Kazakhstan, already a top source, could stand to gain.
Cancel Culture Hits Central Asia’s Concert Scene
By Colleen Wood
How should we interpret the recent cancellations of a number of planned concerts by Russian performers in the region?