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The Tsar, the Steppe, and the Very Friendly Lunch
What Vladimir Putin’s second state visit to Kazakhstan really said — and what everyone agreed not to say out loud
How AI is used to influence global elections
Artificial intelligence tools are increasingly deployed to enhance the effectiveness of political campaigns worldwide, influencing voter perception for a diverse range of candidates. This development marks a significant shift in political p
Opinion: ‘Funding treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in Georgia is a matter of priorities’
Pro-European protests in Tbilisi have amplified calls for state funding for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) medicines, with demonstrators adopting "Give children medicine" as a key theme. This follows months of regular protests by parents
Trump Organisation to build 70-storey Trump Tower Tbilisi along with local partners
The Trump Organisation has announced plans for a 70-storey Trump Tower in Tbilisi, a significant undertaking poised to reshape the city’s skyline. This venture, described as a mixed-use development featuring luxury residences, retail, dinin
Russian MP’s visit to flood-stricken Daghestan backfires after clash with blogger
Russian MP Biysultan Khamzaev's recent visit to flood-stricken Dagestan sparked widespread anger, foregrounding complex dynamics between official state representation and informal public philanthropy. His public rebuke of a generous blogger
Adam Kadyrov receives another commemorative medal
Adam Kadyrov, son of Chechen Head Ramzan Kadyrov, has again been showered with accolades, this time receiving a commemorative medal marking the 20th anniversary of the special motorised Sever Regiment. His father proudly announced the award
Russia’s Zakharova says Georgia could be named ‘unfriendly country’ if it joins EU
Maria Zakharova’s recent declaration, that Georgia could be added to Russia’s list of ‘unfriendly countries’ if it pursues European Union membership, offers a stark reminder of Moscow’s persistent efforts to shape the regional landscape. Th
Chechen units accused of looting in Russian border region
An incident in the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka in Russia’s Belgorod region has drawn attention to the operational conduct of auxiliary forces within the country's border territories. Soldiers from the Chechen Akhmat unit are accused of wi
Brother of Daghestani Health Minister arrested in COVID-19 rapid test embezzlement case
The detention of Kirill Glazov, a former Daghestani Member of Parliament and brother to the republic’s Health Minister, marks a notable development in the ongoing efforts against corruption within the North Caucasus. His arrest on charges o