Russia Expands Military Intervention Powers: Protecting Citizens & Justifying Conflict

Moscow has moved to formalize the potential deployment of its armed forces to protect Russian citizens abroad, a move that has reignited concerns about escalating geopolitical tensions and echoes historical patterns of intervention. The legislation, approved by the Russian government, grants President Vladimir Putin the authority to authorize military intervention in foreign countries under specific … Read more

Finland to Lift Ban on Nuclear Weapons: NATO Alignment & Russia Concerns

Helsinki – Finland is moving to amend its legislation regarding nuclear weapons, potentially paving the way for their deployment on its territory in the event of war. The move, announced by the Finnish government on Thursday, seeks to align the country’s legal framework with that of its Nordic neighbors – Sweden, Denmark, and Norway – … Read more