Following its failed attempt to topple the Russian government, President Vladimir Putin declared on 27 June 2023 that it would be investigating the Wagner Group […]
Tag Archives: International Relations
Who Was Yevgeny Prigozhin and Why Was He Influential in Russia?
Yevgeny Prigozhin was an influential and controversial figure in Russian politics and Russian business setting. He rose to prominence and was considered a Russian oligarch […]
A Look Into the Military Capabilities of Taiwan
Taiwan or the Republic of China has a longstanding conflict with mainland China that stems from persisting territorial claims and political legitimacy issues. Nevertheless, considering […]
The 6 Pillars of Food Security: A Definition of Food Security
Coming up with the most accurate and relevant technical definition of food security involved several iterations and contemplations. The World Food Conference held in 1974 […]
Causes of the 2021-2022 Global Supply Chain Crisis
One of the more apparent negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy is the 2021-2022 Global Supply Chain Crisis. The crisis has […]
Different Types of Cyberwarfare
There is no consensus among experts as regards the definition of cyberwarfare. Political science professor Troy E. Smith argues that the term is a misnomer […]
Causes of the China-Taiwan Conflict: Explained
Mainland China and Taiwan used to be under one government. However, after the Second World War, especially at the height of the initial years of […]
Why Are Oil and Gas Prices Going Up: Impact of Russia-Ukraine War
The global prices of oil have been increasing even prior to the full escalation of the Russia-Ukraine War. However, when the Armed Forces of Russia […]
What Are Cluster Munitions and How Do They Work?
Cluster munitions or cluster bombs are a controversial category of explosive weapons because their wide area of effect readily renders them as inherently indiscriminate weapons […]
Explained: The Nuclear Capabilities of Russia
The nuclear capabilities of Russia collectively represent one of the defining determinants of the strength of the Russian Armed Forces. Note that the country has […]