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The origins of the Iran-cultivated alliance of like-minded states and groups.

How the waters of the Helmand river have driven tensions between Afghanistan and Iran

Putin’s re-election is certain, but there is still a lot at stake for the Kremlin

Israel is in the grip of a political storm, with no sign of resolution

BBC News #MeToo Serbia: I thought I was the only one Close A #MeToo movement has been sweeping through western Balkans after Serbian actress Milena Radulovic went public with allegations of abuse against a former drama teacher. Women from across the region have been sharing their own stories of sexual violence - a previously taboo subject. BBC Monitoring’s Krassi Twigg spoke to two of the women who led the way in what’s been described as a revolution. Additional reporting: Vesna Stancic P...

Covid-19: The disinformation tactics used by China Covid-19: The disinformation tactics used by China Close China’s response to the Covid-19 outbreak has been scrutinised since the virus was first detected in Wuhan. In response, Beijing has tried to take greater control of what is said about its role in the pandemic - sometimes with questionable tactics. Radio 4 and BBC Monitoring’s Krassi Twigg look at events that have shaped Beijing’s experiment with global misinformation. Video produ...

Researchers have identified tactics including the use of high-profile “wolf warriors” and fake social media accounts.