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Putin lays out Moscow’s new Mideast strategy
Friday, Dec. 9, 2016 | Maxim A. Suchkov, Editor, Russia-Mideast
Russia's new foreign policy strategy document suggests that the country will seek partnerships with Arab states and focus on the increased threat of international terrorism.
Hifter in Moscow: Russia’s shifting interests in Libya
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 | Yury Barmin, Contributor
Russia’s interest in Libya evolves as Gen. Khalifa Hifter transforms from a strongman for the army into a politician.
What Iran's presidential election means for Russia
Monday, Dec. 5, 2016 | Julia Sveshnikova, Contributor
As Russia’s and Iran’s foreign policies become congruent, Russia looks to Iran’s 2017 elections for clues into their future relationship.
What's at stake in Syria
Friday, Dec. 9, 2016 | Berzan Iso, Contributor
Al-Bab is the current focal point of complicated, interwoven developments unfolding in northern Syria.
What is Chechnya's Kadyrov up to in Middle East?
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 | Maxim A. Suchkov, Editor, Russia-Mideast
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has recently been engaging leaders in the Middle East, but not just with Chechnya's interests in mind.
Why Russia isn’t rushing to lift sanctions on Turkey
Monday, Nov. 28, 2016 | Yekaterina
Chulkovskaya, Contributor
Russia appears to be in no hurry to remove all of its sanctions against Turkey, even though it’s been a year since they were imposed.
Russia adjusts Syria plan as Obama’s term nears end
Monday, Nov. 21, 2016 | Maxim A. Suchkov, Editor, Russia-Mideast
Russia is trying to figure out all the Middle East scenarios that might affect it under a Donald Trump presidency.