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DEFENCE

Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects

Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally enacted a new national nuclear doctrine that delineates the circumstances under which Moscow may deploy its nuclear capabilities. The following are the main highlights of the revised document, as detailed on the Kremlin’s official website. The state policy regarding Nuclear Deterrence is fundamentally defensive, designed to maintain a nuclear force capability sufficient for deterrence. It aims to safeguard national … Continue reading Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects

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DIPLOMACY

Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

Recent reports indicate that Russia has sent as many as 200 military instructors to Equatorial Guinea in the past few weeks to bolster presidential security. This move highlights Moscow’s efforts to expand its presence in West Africa, even following a setback in Mali. According to sources, these Russian instructors are engaged in training elite security forces in the two primary cities of the small oil-rich … Continue reading Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

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DIPLOMACY

What key issues are on the agenda for the EU summit?

Migration will be a central focus at the EU summit on Thursday, with Poland advocating for a unified EU response to the use of migrants as a tool by Russia and Belarus against the EU and other nations. Polish officials are pressing for stricter regulations regarding the repatriation of irregular arrivals, according to diplomats. Additional agenda items include reaffirming leaders’ steadfast support for Ukraine in … Continue reading What key issues are on the agenda for the EU summit?

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DIPLOMACY

India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Pakistan for SCO meeting

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday, marking the first visit of its kind in nearly ten years for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) governments, with the capital city under strict security measures. Jaishankar joined nearly a dozen leaders at the gathering in Islamabad, which is set to culminate in a main event on Wednesday. This visit is significant … Continue reading India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Pakistan for SCO meeting

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PM Shehbaz Sharif greets Chinese Premier Li Qiang as he arrives in Rawalpindi on Oct 14, 2024 on a four-day bilateral visit.
DIPLOMACY

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan for a four-day bilateral visit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan on Monday for a four-day bilateral visit, during which he will participate in the highly anticipated Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. This visit coincides with Pakistan’s preparations to host the 23rd SCO meeting of the Council of the Heads of Government (CHG) on October 15 and 16, under strict security protocols. In light of the summit, the government … Continue reading Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan for a four-day bilateral visit

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The leader of the Belarusian democracy movement, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya speaks on the day she receives the 'European of the Year' prize at the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen, Denmark.
DISPUTES

Lithuania has formally requested ICC to investigate Belarus for alleged crimes against humanity

Lithuania has formally requested the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate Belarus for alleged crimes against humanity attributed to the authoritarian regime of Alexander Lukashenko. The Lithuanian Ministry of Justice stated that it is seeking an inquiry into the actions of Lukashenko’s government, which include forced deportations, persecution of individuals, and other inhumane acts that violate fundamental principles of international law. The office of Lukashenko, … Continue reading Lithuania has formally requested ICC to investigate Belarus for alleged crimes against humanity

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