Category: World
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Russia and Finland: A History of Tension, Resilience, and Geopolitical Maneuvering Introduction Russia and Finland share a 1,300-kilometer border and a complex history marked by conflict, coexistence, and careful diplomacy. From the Winter War to Finland’s Cold War balancing act, and now the ongoing shifts due to NATO expansion, Finland has navigated its relationship with…
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The Iraq-Iran Rivalry: War, Survival, and the Shaping of the Modern Middle East Introduction Few rivalries in the Middle East have been as fierce, destructive, and transformative as that between Iraq and Iran. For centuries, these neighbors have been bound by geography and history yet divided by ethnic, religious, and political differences. At the heart…
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The U.S.-Mexico Border: A Complex Landscape of Migration, Security, and Economic Interdependence By Anne, Pulitzer-winning Journalist on Geopolitics and Foreign Relations Introduction The U.S.-Mexico border, a nearly 2,000-mile line stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico, is one of the world’s most dynamic and contentious frontiers. It divides two countries with deeply…
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Vietnam: From War-Torn Nation to Resilient Powerhouse
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Hong Kong: A City of Protests, Identity, and a Struggle for Autonomy Introduction Hong Kong, a thriving global financial center and cultural bridge between East and West, has become a powerful symbol of resistance and resilience. Once a British colony, Hong Kong was returned to China in 1997 under the principle of “one country, two…
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Cabinda: Angola’s Forgotten Conflict and the Quest for Autonomy Introduction Cabinda, an oil-rich enclave separated from mainland Angola by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is a region often overlooked in discussions about African conflicts and independence movements. Known for its abundant natural resources and lush rainforests, Cabinda is also a land marked by decades…
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Yemen: A Nation Torn by War, Humanitarian Crisis, and Global Geopolitics Introduction Yemen’s story is one of beauty and tragedy, a land with a rich cultural heritage that has been devastated by years of conflict, poverty, and foreign intervention. What began as a struggle for political control has spiraled into a brutal proxy war, pulling…
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Unfinished Peace: The Kosovo Conflict and Its Lasting Legacy Introduction Nestled in the Balkans, Kosovo is a place where ancient history and modern politics collide. Its story is one of tragedy and endurance, a struggle for identity and sovereignty marred by violence, displacement, and international intervention. The Kosovo conflict not only reshaped the Balkans but…
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The Israel-Iran Conflict: A Geopolitical Struggle from 1979 to Present The Israel-Iran conflict is one of the most complex and consequential geopolitical rivalries in the modern Middle East, encompassing ideology, regional influence, and strategic interests. Emerging from a cooperative relationship before 1979, the two nations became bitter adversaries after Iran’s Islamic Revolution. This rivalry has…
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Argentina vs. the United Kingdom: The Falklands Conflict and a Longstanding Dispute Introduction The conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands (known as “Islas Malvinas” in Argentina) is one of the most enduring territorial disputes of modern times. Situated in the South Atlantic, these remote islands are home to fewer than…
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