Europe What Putin would get out of eliminating Prigozhin For one, his rival's demise dashes hopes that the Russian leader's rule might soon be undermined by internal turmoil. Here's why.Anatol LievenGeorge BeebeAugust 25, 2023
Africa Wagner Group accused of plotting a 'confederation of states' in Africa The US media's Cold War-esque narrative of malign Russian influence needs context, scrutiny, and self-reflection. Alex ThurstonMay 02, 2023
Africa Are Russian mercenaries bad for the Central African Republic? Washington is pressuring Bangui to abandon the Wagner Group, but given the security options, locals are more appreciative than we think.John LechnerApril 11, 2023
Africa US moves from counterterrorism to great power rivalry in the Sahel Washington is falling back on the same old Cold War/War on Terror mindset that propped up authoritarians at the expense of local populations. Alex ThurstonMarch 23, 2023