Category: Eastern Europe
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Military alliances of the United States
The United States is currently the most powerful country in the world, and the most influential in global politics. Part of this influence is exerted through the US’ network of alliances, which covers much of the globe. The many allies of the US both provide the US with support in conflicts, deterrence and power projection,…
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An end to the war in Ukraine?
As the invasion phase of the Russo-Ukrainian war enters its fourth year, there is a growing popular and political demand to find some way to resolve the conflict in all countries directly or indirectly involved. With the election and inauguration of US president Trump it seems more likely than before that some sort of ceasefire…
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The Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Russian led military bloc
Part one: History and identity of the Collective Security Treaty Organization Flag of the CSTO The CSTO is usually (if even discussed) described as either Russia’s attempt at making an alternative to NATO, or as a successor to the Warsaw Pact. I would argue the CSTO is much more accurately described as a successor…