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Where Does Putin Rank Among Russia’s Greatest Rulers?

Russia’s long history has been defined by decisive leadership. From the princes of medieval Rus to the tsars of empire and the secretaries of the Soviet state, the country has repeatedly been shaped by rulers who responded to external pressure, internal fragmentation and the demands of scale with centralisation, reform and, when necessary, force. Measured against this backdrop, Vladimir Putin’s place in history invites comparison not merely with recent figures, but with the a

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How Russia Wins Friends And Influences People

Nelson Mandela once described education as the most powerful weapon to change the world. Russian President Vladmir Putin agrees. With a surge in African students studying in Russian universities, the Kremlin appears to have identified education as a way of enhancing its influence in Africa. When Putin rose to power in the late 1990s, the number of African students studying at Russian universities stood at approximately 4,000, a sharp decline from the Soviet era when over 15

Jun 11, 20254 min read

Why The Oil Price Won’t Affect Ukraine War Negotiations

While some analysts believe lower oil prices could force Russia to make concessions during negotiations to end the Ukraine conflict, there are several reasons why this may have a limited impact on the Kremlin’s negotiating position. For one thing, Russia is far less dependent on oil revenues than it used to be while higher gold prices bolster the Kremlin’s financial position. After US President Donald Trump announced his shocking "Liberation Day" tariffs, oil prices experienc

Jun 3, 20254 min read

Could Russia Play Peacemaker Between The US and Iran?

There is evidence that relations between the United States and Russia are improving amid reports that Washington has asked Moscow to mediate negotiations with Iran. This would certainly be a positive development for nuclear non-proliferation and enhanced security in the Middle East. However, several factors make the success of such a project an uncertain prospect. According to Bloomberg, Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to mediate talks between the United States an

Apr 4, 20254 min read