Posts tagged Lesotho

Lesotho: A Country that the U.S. Has Certainly Heard of–and Economically Swayed

Lesotho and the United States have a long history of diplomatic relations, a relationship that was recently dismissed by President Trump as an ‘unknown country.’ However, Lesotho and the United States maintain strong economic ties and Lesotho remains a prominent figure in regional and international affairs.

AfricaBy Katie KunkleAugust 29, 2025Lesotho, Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S.-Africa Relations, Donald Trump, Development

Analysis of Russia’s Wagner Group and its Promotion of Russia’s Geopolitical Interests

The Russian-sponsored Wagner Group serves as a geopolitical tool to expand Russian influence and strengthen ties with Russian allies. It sets a new standard for the expansion of geopolitical influence beyond traditional diplomacy and military aid.