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Crypto Theft: How States Use Crypto
Cryptocurrency is shifting quickly and drawing global oversight. The recent theft at Binance, a major exchange, offers a view into state-backed evasion of sanctions.

Meredith Burton
3 days ago3 min read


Sanctions Lifted: The US Removes Economic Pressure On Russia
In a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Trump has waived a bipartisan law that would have imposed secondary sanctions on Russia to allow the purchase of Russian diesel. A comprehensive analysis is necessary to understand the trajectory that has led the United States to its current state.

Meredith Burton
Oct 243 min read


Why Geopolitics Matter: Podcast Episode 015
The podcast episode covers the Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure, reignited tensions over Las Malvinas, and the UK's announcement to ban trade with the Israeli settlers in the West Bank. The fun topic covers Papua New Guinea's love of Rugby.

Meredith Burton
Sep 211 min read


Row, Row, and Goal - Episode 010
The episode covers the latest in the relationship between Israel and Somaliland, the results of the Colombian elections, and the new Chinese sanctions on US tech companies. The conversation also delves into the World Cup and its impact on various countries. The conversation covers a range of topics, including difficulties when it come to state recognition, Colombia's foreign policy, and China's sanctions on US tech companies. It also delves into the broader themes of military

Laura Tatiana Pérez Molina
Jun 291 min read


Brazil’s Gangs: Terrorists or Political Pawns?
Two Brazilian criminal organizations have been designated terrorist groups by the Trump Administration at the request of a presidential candidate. The current president says that it will make more problems for the country.

Meredith Burton
Jun 74 min read


United States Expands Pressure Campaign Against Cuba
The recent US sanctions placed on businesses and people closely aligned with the Cuban government is seen as an escalation, while the people experience energy and food shortages.

Meredith Burton
May 243 min read


The Hidden Winner of the Iran War: Russia
The war in the Middle East is quietly reshaping the balance of power in Ukraine. Russia didn’t need to plan it, act on it or fire a single shot to make it happen. Since the start of the U.S.–Israeli conflict with Iran, the attention has focused on escalation risks, energy markets, and regional instability, but when we zoom out, and look outside the immediate battlefield, there is an additional story taking place: Russia is emerging as one of the primary beneficiaries of the w

Laura Tatiana Pérez Molina
Apr 124 min read


EU Sanctions Package stalled by Hungary
On the 4th anniversary of the war in Ukraine, the European Union is still trying to sanction Russia enough to initiate legitimate diplomatic discussion. The target for this round of sanctions is much tougher than previous ones as the package includes targets of the energy, financial services and trade sectors. The European Union released a statement on 6 February 2026 on how they are targeting each sector. When it comes to energy, they want to implement a full maritime serv

Meredith Burton
Mar 13 min read
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