Who’s Pulling the Strings on the World Stage? Ask the Puppets.

New York Times - WorldEN 5 min read 100% complete by Kim CórdovaFebruary 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Eurasia Group, a geopolitical risk consultancy, produces "Puppet Regime," a satirical Instagram show featuring puppets of world leaders. Launched over a year ago, the account delivers 90-second skits and musical numbers parodying current events and geopolitical tensions. The show reimagines figures like Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Donald Trump in humorous scenarios, such as singing about military operations or promoting North Korean beach developments. Created by Ian Bremmer's Eurasia Group, "Puppet Regime" aims to explain world events through satire. The account has amassed over 510,000 followers and a bipartisan audience.

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Sebastian Gorka 30% North Korea 40% United States ×250% Russia 50% China 50% Kim Jong-un ×250% Taiwan 60% Vladimir Putin 70% Xi Jinping 70% Donald Trump 70% Ian Bremmer ×280% Eurasia Group ×390%

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