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By The Smartencyclopedia Staff In recent years, the five Arctic Coastal states—Canada, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and the United States—have embarked on extensive bathymetric and geologic research in the Arctic Ocean. This concerted effort has ignited discussions that go beyond scientific exploration, leading to debates about the potential extension of national
- January 25, 2024
By Alexander Turner* The Middle East is once again thrust into heightened tensions as Iran launches a series of missile and drone attacks. In less than 24 hours, Iran targeted Mossad facilities in Erbil, Iraq, and Houthi rebels hit a Greek cargo ship in the Red Sea. This marks the
- January 18, 2024
By José Carlos Palma* The recent U.S.-led airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen have unleashed a ripple effect with far-reaching consequences, amplifying the intricate geopolitical dynamics that already define the Middle East. As the echoes of conflict reverberate globally, it becomes imperative to dissect the multifaceted repercussions of this military
- January 12, 2024
January 8, 2024 By The Smartencyclopedia Staff & Agencies Amidst Vladimir Putin’s claim of enhanced unity within Russia, there is evidence emerging that regional authorities across the country are establishing special staffs aimed at preventing and combating “the emergence and spread of separatism, nationalism, mass unrest, and the commission of
- January 8, 2024
By The Smartencyclopedia Staff & Agencies WASHINGTON — A renewed military cooperation between North Korea and Russia has raised concerns about global security in the coming years. As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, Moscow has turned to North Korea for help in replenishing its depleted stockpile of arms. In exchange,
- January 1, 2024
By José Carlos Palma* The term “Russia’s backyard” was used to describe Soviet Central Asia and the republics of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. While Russia had a strong influence in the region for centuries, the countries of Central Asia
- December 31, 2023
By José Carlos Palma* The question of whether South Korea should acquire nuclear weapons has been a subject of intense debate in recent years, fueled by growing concerns about North Korea’s nuclear program and the perceived waning of U.S. commitment to extended deterrence. While the prospect of South Korea becoming
- December 30, 2023
Kim Jong-un also said Pyongyang would expand strategic cooperation with “anti-imperialist independent” countries. PHOTO: Reuters By The Smartencyclopedia Staff & Agencies Introduction In a significant development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed the country’s military, munitions industry, and nuclear weapons sector to expedite war preparations in response to what he
- December 28, 2023
By José Carlos Palma* Decoding Putin’s Plan to Weaken the West Through Proliferation of Local Wars As the world grapples with the increasing complexity of global conflicts, Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to be orchestrating a strategic move to trigger more local wars with the ultimate goal of weakening the
- December 27, 2023
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in July lifted his objections to Sweden’s membership after Stockholm took steps aimed at cracking down on Kurdish groups that Ankara views as terrorists © Adem ALTAN / AFP By The Smartencyclopedia Staff & Agencies ANKARA, Turkey — The Turkish parliament’s foreign affairs committee is set to
- December 26, 2023
By José Carlos Palma* Europe, a continent historically renowned for its cultural richness, economic prowess, and political stability, finds itself navigating a complex and increasingly challenging geopolitical landscape. While the continent’s inherent strengths remain undeniable, several vulnerabilities threaten its security, prosperity, and global standing. These vulnerabilities, ranging from regional conflicts
- December 25, 2023
By The Smartencyclopedia Staff Analyzing the Historical and Geopolitical Dilemmas Gripping the Region In the late 1990s, Southeast Asia celebrated what seemed like its “end of history” moment. Free from colonial shackles, the region embraced newfound stability, marked by the resolution of internal conflicts, the acceptance of diverse political ideologies,
- December 25, 2023