Upcoming Iranian Presidential Elections: Candidates, Policies, & Potential Outcomes
The Iranian political system is wholly influenced by the Supreme Leader, who holds true authority over all state matters. The Guardian Council, a body composed of clerics and jurists appointed by the Supreme Leader and the judiciary, effectively screens candidates for public office, including presidential candidates, ensuring adherence to Islamic principles and political loyalty. This […]
How Does Russia Navigate Secondary Sanctions?
Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine in 2022, economic and diplomatic ties between Russia and China have significantly strengthened. Most recently, during a visit to Beijing in December 2023, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed agreements to deepen investment cooperation and expand agricultural exports to China, reflecting a burgeoning economic relationship. However, this […]
The Bear Looks West – Prepping for an Invasion of the Baltics and a Conflict with NATO?
This article is a follow-up to an 18 December 2017 article written by Daniel Deyo titled “Bear in the Woods – Prepping for Invasion” for opslens.com that correctly analyzed Russia’s recent creation of several operational-level command units, suggesting that Russia was preparing for an invasion of Ukraine – should a political decision be made to […]
2024 Outlook & 2023 Insights: A Dynamic Perspective
2024 Signals Winds of Change As we prepare to usher in 2024, here are the hot topics that Brasidas Group will be on the watchout for in the upcoming year. 2024 Elections In 2024, record-setting elections are expected in over 70 countries, impacting global dynamics. In Europe, Euroskeptic and right-wing groups may influence unity on […]
The Houthis Put a Chokehold on the Red Sea Route
Ongoing attacks in the Red Sea by well-trained non-state actors from the Arabian Peninsula, linked to conflicts in the Levant and involving Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen, have disrupted shipping. The United States plans military action, but the outcome is uncertain. Historical examples suggest the blockade may not have a lasting impact. Whether through a slowdown […]
Fuelling Europe: Georgia’s Energy Dance in the Southern Gas Corridor
In this interview, Brasidas Group (BG) spoke with distinguished energy sector specialist and director of the think tank “World Experience for Georgia” Murman Margvelashvili, about Georgia’s role in the Southern Gas Corridor, the pipeline project to bring Azerbaijani gas to southern Europe, and its impact on European energy security. Murman Margvelashvili is a distinguished energy […]
South America on the Brink: Unveiling the Tensions and Triggers of the Pending Conflict
A recent Venezuela-Guyana border dispute spotlights Venezuela’s upcoming December 3 referendum to annex Guyana Essequibo. Historical tensions, recent provocations, and the discovery of oil reserves have heightened geopolitical concerns. U.S. deployment acts as a deterrent, and the pending ICJ verdict sets the stage for a potential crisis, with the United States involved due to regional […]
From Kenya to Alpine Slopes: How Sabrina Simader is Making History
This is the story about Sabrina Simader, the first African woman in the Ski World Cup and the second-ever Kenyan in the Winter Olympics. Brasidas Group AG (Brasidas) has become Sabrina’s official sponsor in 2023, hoping to help her excel in her career and spread awareness about the importance of diversity and shattering stereotypes. […]
Resourceful Financing: How Palestinians Sustain Military Actions Against Israel
A surprise attack on Israel from multiple fronts featured asymmetric and combined arms warfare tactics, shedding light on Palestine’s military advancements and prompting questions about weapon origin and funding sources. On October 07, 2023, the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a series of coordinated attacks against Israel named Operation Al-Aqsa Flood. Overnight, there was a […]
China: The Rise of a New Global Sea Power
As part of its strategy for future economic growth, China has placed increased emphasis on the expansion of its shipbuilding programs, merchant fleet, and port facilities, recognizing the crucial role of sea power in this endeavor. In November 2022, the Pentagon published its annual China Military Power Report and surprised many with the news […]
