Tag: global security

A dusty road scene with a car driving towards the camera, flanked by armed guards wearing uniforms and standing beside rubber tires. The sky is orange, and construction cranes are visible in the background.

When Gangs Act Like Governments: The Security Vacuum in Weak States

A family of four walks through a rubble-filled street at night. The mother and father each carry a child. Smoke and fire are visible in the background, with damaged buildings on either side.

Sudan’s Forgotten Catastrophe and Regional Ripples

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Sahel Crises: How Coups, Jihadists and Climate Combine into a Perfect Storm

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10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026 and Why They Stay Off Front Pages

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North Korea’s Return to Nuclear Testing: What It Means for Asia

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Taiwan 2026: How Close to a Cross-Strait Crisis?

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Why some countries are quietly drifting away from the US orbit

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Africa’s New Strategic Importance in Great‑Power Competition (January 2026)