For decades, the Kremlin has sought to intimidate foreign powers by threatening to use nuclear weapons. In the current Ukraine war, nuclear threats have been a key way by which Russia’s government has sought to restrain Western aid to Kyiv. The efficacy of Moscow’s nuclear brinksmanship, however, seems to be waning.
China's ambitious new AI+ plan;
One Chinese firm aims to expand autonomous van fleet...;
...While another debuts humanoid child;
Economic troubles persist;
Beijing urges vigilance against "irrational competition"
Back to a divided Yemen?;
Turkey is shaping Syria's future;
Pakistani Islamist party banned...again
Social media curbs in Denmark;
Moscow's propaganda demonizes Poland;
...And puts the Baltics on notice;
Iran: new internet restrictions at home...;
...And greater influence in broadcasting abroad
Rising gold prices grease Russia's war machine;
Europe's new plan for defense readiness;
How Moscow tried to subvert Moldova...;
...And is targeting Germany with hybrid tactics;
A Russian military upgrade