The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-06-02

Russia turns Mali into disinformation hub

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-05-28

China fears strategic shift as Russia, North Korea deepen defense ties

The growing partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang was formalized in June 2024 when the two countries signed a strategic pact that included a mutual defense clause.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-05-15

France warns of Russian disinformation blitz targeting Europe

The campaign reflects a broader Russian strategy of exploiting societal divisions within NATO countries.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-05-13

Russia's artillery lifeline: Inside Moscow's growing dependence on N. Korea

Moscow's growing use of North Korean weapons -- especially multiple-rocket launchers -- signals deepening supply shortages and challenges in replenishing its own arsenal, say analysts.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-05-08

Russia-N. Korea military pact undercuts nuclear nonproliferation efforts: analysts

Pyongyang is leveraging its newfound role as a wartime ally to Moscow to accelerate its long-standing nuclear weapon program, say analysts.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-04-30

Moscow targets Dutch infrastructure in escalation of hybrid war against Ukraine's allies

Russian hackers breached Dutch critical infrastructure in a first-of-its-kind attack, as Europe faces rising threats from Moscow’s hybrid war.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-04-28

Desperate for reach, Russia clings to Red Sea base deal in war-torn Sudan

Amid civil war and chaos, Sudan's ability to provide Russia with a crucial naval base on a vital shipping lane is in serious doubt.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-04-23

Philippines raises security concerns over Chinese-linked underwater drones

Suspected Chinese underwater drones capable of aiding underwater warfare are raising national security alarms amid territorial disputes.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-04-22

Cable wars: Growing signs of Russian-Chinese cooperation on maritime disruption

Russia and China may be collaborating on undersea cable sabotage, with more than a dozen suspicious incidents since 2023.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-04-14

Moscow's hybrid warfare tactics target Italy over support for Ukraine

Russia's efforts to destabilize Italy include diplomatic provocations, state-backed propaganda campaigns and alleged cyberattacks.