Podcast / Europe & Central Asia 04 November 2019 1 minute War & Peace: Russia's Winning Streak This week on War & Peace, Olga Oliker and Hugh Pope discuss Russia's growing influence on the international stage. Share Facebook Twitter Email Linkedin Whatsapp Save Print Season 1 Episode 5: Russia's Winning Streak Russia’s role on the international stage is rapidly expanding. It is taking over Washington’s monopoly as the Middle East’s power broker, building its influence in Africa and deepening military ties with China. In some places, Russia is moving into a vacuum left by U.S. retrenchment. But it is also doing well globally because it is pragmatic about what success means. Its priority is positioning itself to be in the strongest possible place as the new global order shakes out. This week, Olga and Hugh discuss what Russia’s winning streak means for arms control, Ukraine, Turkey, the Middle East and a rising China. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify This podcast was recorded on 30 October 2019. Related Tags More for you Podcast / Hold Your Fire! (Season 2) Podcast / Horn of Africa The Horn (Season 3)