The Trump Factor in the French Election

Le Pen of France, like Trump, capitalizes on discontent over the establishment, job and cultural insecurity
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Empire by Other Means: Russia’s Strategy for the 21st Century

Who needs territory? Russia uses soft power and information warfare to win control over former Soviet states
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Don’t Bet on Enduring Republican Reset With Russia

For domestic politics, Russia’s President Putin may need rivalry with the US more than Trump as friend
Daniel Twining
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Modern Servitude: Romanian Badante Care for Elders in Italy

Despite difficult conditions, poor Romanian women relocate to care for Italy’s aging population
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Human Smuggling: Ruthless Crime or Invaluable Service?

The most desperate migrants seek help from smugglers and attract global sympathy – a dilemma for governments
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Russia Pivots to Asia

Russia adroitly links seemingly distant global events, using each as leverage for plans elsewhere
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