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Russian mercenaries arrested in Belarus for plotting to destablise country
Security

2020-07-30

Russian mercenaries arrested in Belarus for plotting to destablise country

Central Asia looks on warily as another country deemed of interest to the Kremlin -- and one that doesn't follow Putin's orders -- falls victim to Russian hybrid warfare.

Ceasefire declared in Afghanistan as long awaited peace talks on horizon
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2020-07-29

Ceasefire declared in Afghanistan as long awaited peace talks on horizon

A potential peace deal between the Afghan government and the Taliban would have far reaching consequences for the region and beyond.

New imagery shows Russian military supplying Wagner Group in Libya
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2020-07-27

New imagery shows Russian military supplying Wagner Group in Libya

The satellite photos show Russian military cargo aircraft, air defence equipment, and mine-resistant, ambush-protected armoured vehicles being supplied to Wagner mercenaries.

Russia's hypocrisy on display with anti-satellite weapon test
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2020-07-24

Russia's hypocrisy on display with anti-satellite weapon test

US and UK officials say the test highlights Moscow's hypocritical advocacy of outer space arms control and threatens the peaceful use of space.

Verified photos show Wagner Group's indiscriminate laying of mines in Libya
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2020-07-15

Verified photos show Wagner Group's indiscriminate laying of mines in Libya

Moscow's bid to take over Libya via its mercenary army has become an increasing embarrassment to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Moscow mercenaries continue to back Libyan warlord as civilian deaths mount
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2020-07-03

Moscow mercenaries continue to back Libyan warlord as civilian deaths mount

Despite major losses to military strongman Khalifa Haftar, the Wagner Group continues to sow chaos and death, and is vying for a share of Libya's oil fields.

Empty promises: Taliban's refusal to disavow al-Qaeda reflects non-commitment to peace
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2020-07-02

Empty promises: Taliban's refusal to disavow al-Qaeda reflects non-commitment to peace

The militant group has not lived up to its commitments to sever its relationship with the terrorist outfit, a key element to lasting peace in Afghanistan.

In controversial move, Russia set to own runway at military base in Kyrgyzstan
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2020-06-18

In controversial move, Russia set to own runway at military base in Kyrgyzstan

The ownership of Kyrgyz land threatens the nation's independence, say analysts.

Kazakhstan introduces new means to forge modern 'digital military'
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2020-06-17

Kazakhstan introduces new means to forge modern 'digital military'

Kazakhstan is launching digital services and automated command and control systems as part of its military modernisation.

Russian claims of stealth bomber development raise security concerns
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2020-06-15

Russian claims of stealth bomber development raise security concerns

Reports of the Kremlin attempting to build a new generation stealth bomber come amid an apparent information campaign touting the Russian military and its modernisation.