Analysis
The New Axis: How the Russia-China-Iran Nexus Is Rewriting the Rules of Global Power
May 3, 2026
by David Foster
The New Axis: How the Russia-China-Iran Nexus Is Rewriting the Rules of Global Power May 3, 2026 · Analysis · David Foster For most of…
Russian forces have pushed to within one kilometer of Kostiantynivka, a critical city in Ukraine’s eastern fortress belt, using infiltration tactics. Ukrainian military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed counter-sabotage operations are underway, while President Zelensky flags unusual activity along the Belarus border.
The Trump administration has approved a massive $8.6 billion arms sale to four Middle Eastern allies — Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates…
President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the United States could resume military strikes against Iran if Tehran misbehaves, just hours after notifying Congress that hostilities…
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Russian forces have pushed to within one kilometer of Kostiantynivka, a critical city in Ukraine’s eastern fortress belt, using infiltration tactics. Ukrainian military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed counter-sabotage operations are underway, while President Zelensky flags unusual activity along the Belarus border.
The Trump administration has approved a massive $8.6 billion arms sale to four Middle Eastern allies — Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates…
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi warned on Saturday that the Islamic Republic is “fully prepared” for renewed conflict, as Israel confirmed it has received…
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The New Axis: How the Russia-China-Iran Nexus Is Rewriting the Rules of Global Power May 3, 2026 · Analysis · David Foster For most of…
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