Russian action in Kazakhstan should serve as a sobering reminder to Western countries that Russia is willing to act decisively to protect its interests and retain its influence in the neighboring countries.
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Russia, under Vladimir Putin, has expanded its influence in Libya as a key supporter of Khalifa Haftar’s war. Yet Moscow often operates pragmatically and will surely adapt its strategy as Haftar is losing ground.
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The West should engage with Russia's peacekeeping proposal - but skeptically and with clear conditions.
Read More »US Airstrike on Syria: What Next?
Was this a one-off intervention – or a sign that Trump will undertake more of an effort to undermine the Assad regime?
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