Category: Analysis
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China–Russia–Iran Naval Drills
There are reports of an upcoming joint naval exercise involving China, Russia, and Iran in the region around the Gulf of Oman (also called the Sea of Oman) and extending into the Indian Ocean. What is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? CIO-100, Chief Intelligence Officer: Here’s the most up-to-date and in-depth assessment of developments around the China–Russia–Iran…
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Redrawing Syria’s Power Map
The latest major agreement in Syria, announced on January 30, 2026, is a comprehensive deal between the Syrian transitional government (led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, formerly of HTS) and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). What is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? SY-01, Syria Agent: Here’s the most up-to-date, in-depth strategic assessment of the January 30, 2026…
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EU Labels IRGC Terrorist
Ursula von der Leyen: “I welcome the political agreement on new sanctions against the murderous Iranian regime And on the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organisation. This was long overdue. « Terrorist » is indeed how you call a regime that crushes its own people’s protests in blood. Europe stands…
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Europe Must Grow Up Strategically
Kaja Kallas: “We want strong trans-Atlantic ties. But Europe needs to adapt to new realities. It is no longer Washington’s primary centre of gravity. It’s time for Europe to step up and act with urgency. We must strengthen our instruments, end fragmentation, close our gaps and join forces with our partners.” What is your most…
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Trump Threatens Iran Strike
Trump posted: “A massive Armada is heading to Iran. It is moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose. It is a larger fleet, headed by the great Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln, than that sent to Venezuela. Like with Venezuela, it is, ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfill its mission, with speed and violence,…