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Citizens of Russia as a Tool of Ukrainian Hybrid Warfare

Alexey Uvarov on Ukraine’s Interaction with Russians Amid the War

Riddle Political News Week
They came for the «New Quiet Ones»
Andrey Pertsev sums up the political events of the week (May 12−16)
Andrey Pertsev sums up the political events of the week (May 12−16)
Riddle Economic News Week
Never miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity
Nicholas Trickett with the economic summary of the week (May 12 — May 16)
Nicholas Trickett with the economic summary of the week (May 12 — May 16)
After the Memorandum

Anton Barbashin on why prolonging peace talks is currently beneficial for both Russia and Ukraine

Domestic War Sentiment and Political Resilience

Jem Morrow on whether public opinion in Russia affects decision-making and whether the continued war can provoke a social backlash

The Russian versus MAGA Effect on the Romanian Elections: Which Weighs More?

Denis Cenusa on why Simion’s victory could have positive implications for Russia’s broader geopolitical calculations in the EU

Russia’s Military Partnerships: Deepening Ties with North Korea and Iran

Eric Woods on Russia's logistical and diplomatic capacity to deepen military cooperation with North Korea and Iran

Russian Military Budget: Limits of Sustainability

Vladislav Inozemtsev on the Russian economy’s ability to sustain current levels of military spending over the next 12−18 months

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Authors
  • Alexey Uvarov

    Visiting researcher at the University of Bonn, Department of Eastern European History.

  • Anton Barbashin

    Editorial director at Riddle, political analyst

  • Jem Morrow

    Political scientist

  • Denis Cenusa

    Political analyst, associated expert at Eastern Europe Studies Centre (Lithuania) and Expert-Grup (Moldova)

  • Eric Woods

    Independent researcher and consultant focused on security issues

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