Russia's shadow fleet is a ticking bomb for global oil

Russia's shadow fleet is a ticking bomb for global oil

2026-05-21

The Mozambican-flagged oil tanker Deyna, suspected of belonging to Russia's shadow fleet, is seen


Obstruction on multiple fronts: Russia and China undermine maritime security

Obstruction on multiple fronts: Russia and China undermine maritime security

2026-04-28

headquarters in New York on April 7, 2026. [Timothy A. Clary/AFP] Russia and China vetoed


After Syria setback, Russia shifts focus to Africa

After Syria setback, Russia shifts focus to Africa

2025-01-02

as a feasible alternative given the prohibitive costs of moving significant military assets from Syria or Russia


Bleak future for Russia in the Middle East: analysts

Bleak future for Russia in the Middle East: analysts

2024-06-13

in a photograph posted October 21, 2021. [Russian Ministry of Defense] Russia is losing


Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

2024-07-02

of Binnish, in Idlib province, on August 25, 2023, denounces Russia's actions in Syria and Ukraine. [Omar Haj


Russia's bloody legacy in Syria shows perils of self-serving partnerships

Russia's bloody legacy in Syria shows perils of self-serving partnerships

2024-12-20

. The future of Russia's bases in Syria is uncertain. [Delil Souleiman/AFP] While the US


Russia's failed Syrian gambit exposes al-Assad's fatal miscalculation

Russia's failed Syrian gambit exposes al-Assad's fatal miscalculation

2024-12-27

. Despite years of military cooperation, Russia failed to build a professional, self-reliant Syrian military


Iranian nuclear scientists' 2024 Russia visit sparks weapons development fears

Iranian nuclear scientists' 2024 Russia visit sparks weapons development fears

2025-08-13

. He noted that Russia ranks among the world's most advanced producers of dual-use nuclear technologies


China and Russia oil deals fuel Iranian regime's regional destabilization, experts warn

China and Russia oil deals fuel Iranian regime's regional destabilization, experts warn

2025-08-14

Nikoubazl/NurPhoto via AFP] Russia and China's sustained purchase of sanctioned


Iran, Russia, China orchestrate Suez disruption

Iran, Russia, China orchestrate Suez disruption

2024-04-02

orchestrated by major geopolitical actors. This disruption is a strategic move involving Russia


Iraqi F-16s demolish ISIS strongholds with local intelligence

Iraqi F-16s demolish ISIS strongholds with local intelligence

2026-11-03

] Remnants of the "Islamic State of Iraq and Syria" (ISIS) are under relentless pursuit by advanced Iraqi


Syria completes major Arab gas pipeline expansion

Syria completes major Arab gas pipeline expansion

2026-10-21

project in Homs, on September 29, 2026. [Syria Petroleum] The Syrian Petroleum


Why is Russia pushing for North–South corridor completion?

Why is Russia pushing for North–South corridor completion?

2024-07-26

(INSTC) -- Russia is trying to circumvent the cordon imposed on it after its assault on Ukraine, analysts


French ISIS recruit pleads for mercy in Iraq

French ISIS recruit pleads for mercy in Iraq

2026-10-15

Syrian army vehicles patrol al-Raqqa in northeastern Syria on January 18, 2026, marking the return


Syria's resurgence: A compelling return to global sports

Syria's resurgence: A compelling return to global sports

2026-10-11

at the World Cup in Luanda, on September 19, 2026, proving Syria's renewed strength in international athletic