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After French pullback, is private security firm Wagner spearheading Russia’s push into Africa?After French pullback, is private security firm Wagner spearheading Russia’s push into Africa?

After French pullback, is private security firm Wagner spearheading Russia’s push into Africa?

<p> France’s announcement of ending its military mission-- 'Operation Barkhane', in west Africa’s Sahel region that stretches across 3,860-kilometre has…

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Moscow fumes after Washington denies visa to top Russian official for UN meetMoscow fumes after Washington denies visa to top Russian official for UN meet

Moscow fumes after Washington denies visa to top Russian official for UN meet

<p> <strong>Russia has accused the United States of openly abusing its privilege of hosting the headquarters of the United Nations…

4 years ago
From Mongolia to Hungary, how milk fuelled migration of the bronze age Yamnaya PeopleFrom Mongolia to Hungary, how milk fuelled migration of the bronze age Yamnaya People

From Mongolia to Hungary, how milk fuelled migration of the bronze age Yamnaya People

<p> <strong>Researchers have always been intrigued as to how Yamnaya, the nomads expanded from the grasslands of today’s Russia and…

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As the world hooks on to China, Russia under Putin quietly expands its network in AfricaAs the world hooks on to China, Russia under Putin quietly expands its network in Africa

As the world hooks on to China, Russia under Putin quietly expands its network in Africa

<p> Why should a coup in Africa’s Guinea that toppled its elected President Apha Conde, rattle Russia? The answer is…

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Explainer: What is the China-led QUAD?Explainer: What is the China-led QUAD?

Explainer: What is the China-led QUAD?

<p> <strong><em>As the world is witnessing rapid geopolitical shifts amid greater emphasis on the Indo-Pacific, new regional blocks are emerging.…

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Putin calls for working relationship with “non-inclusive” Taliban government in AfghanistanPutin calls for working relationship with “non-inclusive” Taliban government in Afghanistan

Putin calls for working relationship with “non-inclusive” Taliban government in Afghanistan

<p> <strong>A pragmatic Russian President, Vladimir Putin has advocated that SCO  countries should establish a working relationship with the Taliban…

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After Russia and China, will bauxite giant Guinea also trouble India?After Russia and China, will bauxite giant Guinea also trouble India?

After Russia and China, will bauxite giant Guinea also trouble India?

<p> A military coup ousting Guinea’s President Apha Conde, has raised concerns for the global business community. Located in West…

4 years ago
Russia mum on the Australia, UK, US, (AUKUS) security alliance to counter ChinaRussia mum on the Australia, UK, US, (AUKUS) security alliance to counter China

Russia mum on the Australia, UK, US, (AUKUS) security alliance to counter China

<p> Russia has so far declined to comment on the new security alliance among US, UK and Australia, which can…

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In faraway Russia, Indian soldiers train with Chinese forces for the sake of regional peaceIn faraway Russia, Indian soldiers train with Chinese forces for the sake of regional peace

In faraway Russia, Indian soldiers train with Chinese forces for the sake of regional peace

<div id="cke_pastebin"> <p> <strong>Even as it continues to hold ground in eastern Ladakh and foil infiltration attempts along the Line…

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After initial euphoria, is Russia changing its mind on the Taliban?After initial euphoria, is Russia changing its mind on the Taliban?

After initial euphoria, is Russia changing its mind on the Taliban?

<p> <strong>Is Russia's bonhomie with the Taliban over? As events unfold it seems so; Russia maybe running a reality check…

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Will Russia support Panjshir resistance fighters against Taliban in Afghanistan?Will Russia support Panjshir resistance fighters against Taliban in Afghanistan?

Will Russia support Panjshir resistance fighters against Taliban in Afghanistan?

<p> Pressure is mounting on Russia to support the Panjshir resistance fighters battling the Taliban in the famed Panjshir valley.</p>…

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Russia sends armoured vehicles, guns to beef up Tajikistan’s military muscle on Afghanistan borderRussia sends armoured vehicles, guns to beef up Tajikistan’s military muscle on Afghanistan border

Russia sends armoured vehicles, guns to beef up Tajikistan’s military muscle on Afghanistan border

<p> Russia has sent 12 armoured vehicles and a consignment of weapons for close combat to beef up Tajikistan’s military…

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Russia’s senior diplomat fears terrorist influx in Central Asia after turmoil in AfghanistanRussia’s senior diplomat fears terrorist influx in Central Asia after turmoil in Afghanistan

Russia’s senior diplomat fears terrorist influx in Central Asia after turmoil in Afghanistan

<p> <strong>Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has admitted that there is a growing danger of terrorists slipping into Central…

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Russia’s emergencies minister dies in Arctic drill while trying to save cameramanRussia’s emergencies minister dies in Arctic drill while trying to save cameraman

Russia’s emergencies minister dies in Arctic drill while trying to save cameraman

<p> Russia's Emergencies Minister Yevgeny Zinichev died in an Arctic civil defence exercise on Wednesday while trying to save the…

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India joins Zapad-21 military exercises co-hosted by Russia and BelarusIndia joins Zapad-21 military exercises co-hosted by Russia and Belarus

India joins Zapad-21 military exercises co-hosted by Russia and Belarus

<p> India is joining a major military exercise Zapad-21, which is being co-hosted by Russia and Belarus. </p> <p> The exercise…

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Afghanistan debacle shows NATO is an “absolute failure” –Russia

<p> The unceremonious exit of its forces from Afghanistan has demonstrated that NATO, the western security alliance, is an “absolute…

4 years ago

PM Modi joins President Putin’s dream project to develop Russia’s Far East

<p> <strong>Calling Vladivostok a 'sangam' (confluence) of Eurasia and the Pacific, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday applauded Russian President…

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Russia and Afghanistan: A Tangled Past, Complicated Present and Uncertain Future

<p> Currently Afghanistan is firmly in the news headlines as a result of the contemporary chaos and drama in the…

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Fearing civil war, Russia says it will stay away from the fight between the Taliban and the Panjshir resistance

<p> Russia on Monday said it had no intention to intervene in the brewing conflict between the Taliban and resistance…

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Russia doesn’t want Afghan terrorists in guise of refugees in Central Asia, says Putin

<p> Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that the conflict in Afghanistan directly affects the security situation in Russia.</p>…

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Over 100 Indians picked up by Taliban near Kabul airport reported to be safe, talks on for release

<p> As many as 150 people, mainly Indian nationals, were picked up by the Taliban from outside the Kabul airport…

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