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Russia's Expanding Influence (Part 2): The Desirables
Russia's Expanding Influence (Part 2): The Desirables
March 10, 2010 1310 GMT
After Russia consolidates control over the countries vital to its national security, it will turn to another set of countries where it would like to have greater influence. (With STRATFOR map and interactive graphic) [more]

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A Significant Vote in Ukraine

Ukraine's parliament passed a measure March 9 that eases the task of forming majority coalitions. The move is needed to avert further gridlock in the notoriously fractious Rada, and would aid new President Viktor Yanukovich as he moves to name a prime minister and cabinet. The end of gridlock is not yet a certainty, however, as the vote likely will be challenged in Ukraine's constitutional court.

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A Significant Vote in Ukraine

Ukraine’s parliament passed a measure March 9 that eases the task of forming majority coalitions. The move is needed to avert further gridlock in the notoriously fractious Rada, and will aid new President Viktor Yanukovich as he moves to name a prime minister and cabinet.

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Ukraine's Presidential Election, Part 3: The Deal Changers
Ukraine's Presidential Election, Part 3: The Deal Changers
March 10, 2010 1310 GMT
Now that a pro-Russian president has been elected in Ukraine, it's time to clean house. The final part of a three-part series on winners and losers in Ukraine's presidential election. [more]
Video Dispatch: Russia's Influence Strategy
Video Dispatch: Russia's Influence Strategy
March 9, 2010 2341 GMT
With the United States preoccupied with two wars, Russia is taking advantage of an opportunity to expand its influence and control over states in its near abroad. The first phase is nearly complete, and analyst Marko Papic says pressure now is growing on the Baltics. [more]
Afghanistan: Factional Fighting in Baghlan Province
Afghanistan: Factional Fighting in Baghlan Province
March 9, 2010 2221 GMT
Much remains unclear about recent fighting between Hizb-i-Islami and Taliban factions in a province north of Kabul. (With STRATFOR map) [more]
Portugal: Precarious Politics and Austerity Measures
Portugal: Precarious Politics and Austerity Measures
March 9, 2010 2216 GMT
A set of proposed austerity measures meant to strengthen Portugal's economy could put the Portuguese government in a precarious spot. (With STRATFOR interactive graphic) [more]
Ukraine: Closer to a Coalition
Ukraine: Closer to a Coalition
March 9, 2010 2052 GMT
A new law in Ukraine will make it easier for the country's new president to get the support needed to form a ruling coalition. [more]
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Brazil, U.S.: Da Silva Asks Obama To Negotiate Prompt Deal
March 10, 2010 1748 GMT
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva asked that U.S. President Barack Obama promptly negotiate an end to a trade dispute over cotton subsidies that caused him to raise tariffs on over 100 U.S. products, Bloomberg reported March 10. Da Silva said that if the United States had not signed an accord in 2008 during the Doha round of global trade talks, Brazil would not have taken $829 million worth of retaliatory measures. A government official said that Brazil's government will also apply $238 million worth of sanctions by violating intellectual property rights on U.S. movies and medicine.
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France: Sarkozy Will Take Tanker Deal Concerns To U.S. President
March 10, 2010 1722 GMT
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March 10, 2010 1657 GMT
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March 10, 2010 1656 GMT
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Using Intelligence from the al-Mabhouh Hit
Using Intelligence from the al-Mabhouh Hit
March 3, 2010 1901 GMT
The operation was elaborate and required the resources and planning of a highly organized agency, one most likely working for a nation-state. [more]
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China's Challenge
China's Challenge
March 9, 2010 0958 GMT
Beijing is in crisis mode as it juggles economic uncertainty and a leadership transition bringing competing economic policies into stark contrast. [more]
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Pakistan's ISI Chief: When Personalities Matter
Pakistan's ISI Chief: When Personalities Matter
March 10, 2010 1141 GMT
News regarding Pakistan's ISI inspires an examination of that organization and the important role it plays in the jihadist war and U.S.-Pakistan relations. [more]
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