Drones with autonomous functions reduce dependence on communications links and can escape attempts at jamming. But they come with huge ethical risks.
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Lacking staff, Ukraine’s rural communities are missing out on crucial reconstruction funding.
The Iran-backed rebel group has taken control of the vital Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Russia is convening its first national parliamentary elections since invading Ukraine, which offer a great deal of predictability but also some unexpected surprises.
Facing an increasingly aggressive Russia and with equivocal commitment from the US, Nato faces a number of important challenges.
Russia’s 2026 parliamentary elections will take place over three days, starting Sept. 18.
Visual footage — even that created by journalists and civilians to document conflict and hold nations accountable — can now become raw material for weapons development.
Support settlements are at the forefront of Russian spatial policy. What does the development of these administrative service hubs tell us about how the land lies in Russia today?
The Ukraine war certainly featured in conversations. Tellingly, however, Putin steered many talks with leaders towards fuel, trade and transit.
The use of chemical weapons has been outlawed for nearly a century.
Geopolitical tensions and Nato membership have put the nuclear question back on the table.
Recent drone and GPS jamming attacks on Germany and Romania have ratcheted up tensions between Russia and the rest of Europe.
Through the 1920s the fledgling Soviet Union was convinced that Britain was conniving at its destruction.
Ukraine wants to disrupt the convenience of 21st century life for Russians. Will it be effective in ending the war?
Zelensky has so far resisted calls to hold an election.
With nuclear stockpiles growing, understanding and applying international law has become more important than ever.
If prospective recruits come to expect a job-market cost after voluntary war service, Russia may find it harder or more expensive to attract volunteers.
As geopolitical turmoil forces ships to find new trade routes, melting Arctic ice offers a tempting shortcut.
Producers as far afield as Central Asia have been affected by Ukraine’s drones attacks on the e-commerce giant.
South Korea continues push for peace with the north, as Pyongyang’s military strength grows.
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