Geopolitical Shenanigans in Eurasia and the Middle East: Russia, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Syria, Iran, China, Eastern Europe, NATO, and the USA In the geopolitical circus of Russia, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Syria, Iran, China, Eastern Europe, NATO, and the USA, everyone’s juggling power, arms, and egos. Russia, the grumpy bear, clings to Syria and Central Asia but trips over sanctions, while Turkey struts in with drones and neo-Ottoman swagger, stealing the show. Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan play diplomatic Tinder, swiping right on Turkey and China to dodge Russia’s embrace. Post-Assad Syria’s a hot mess, leaning on Turkey’s cash and charm. Iran sulks, hoping drones save face, while China bankrolls the party without picking fights. Eastern Europe and NATO glare at Russia, armed to the teeth by Uncle Sam. The USA, under Trump’s deal-making spell, might barter with anyone. Over five years, Turkey and China will shine, Russia will mope, and the USA will deal cards like a Vega...