Putin’s Sledgehammer: The Wagner Group & Russia’s Collapse into Mercenary Chaos
Candace Rondeaux examines Russia鈥檚 descent into mercenary chaos in her latest book, Putin’s Sledgehammer.
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Visiting Fellow Nii Simmonds discusses how shared digital infrastructure can breed economic growth and technological advancement.
The Legal Counteroffensive to Russia鈥檚 Hybrid War
Candace Rondeaux reveals how Wagner has morphed from a brutal mercenary outfit into a covert arm of Russian intelligence.
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AFRICOM provides new details on its 2025 strikes in Somalia
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The Trump administration’s closure of Voice of America and USAID dismantles the U.S.’s democracy-promoting infrastructure.
Developing Countries are Struggling to Achieve Their Technology Aims
Nii Simmonds explores how shared digital infrastructure can help emerging economies overcome barriers and accelerate inclusive growth.
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Senior Director Candace Rondeaux gave the Washington Post background on Russia and the Wagner Group’s presence in the Sahel.
Criminal Proxies: The Hidden Hand of States
Candace Rondeaux explains why the Russian government relies on proxy actors like the Wagner Group.