Russia's Challenges Amid Geopolitical Shifts and Economic Pressures

Russia faces increasing challenges amid its ongoing conflict in Ukraine and geopolitical shifts. The Russian economy remains heavily reliant on energy exports, with sanctions targeting its oil revenue to weaken its global influence. In the Middle East, the fall of the Assad regime significantly reduced Russia's presence, forcing a strategic retreat and disrupting alliances with Iran and other regional powers. Despite these setbacks, Russia continues to leverage renewable resources like geothermal energy to stabilize its economy. As sanctions tighten, its ability to maintain geopolitical influence and economic stability remains uncertain.