Navigating Ukraine’s Civil War
As summer rolls on, Russian-built anti-aircraft missiles continue to down aircraft over eastern Ukraine. While a great deal of ink…
China and Russia Kick Off Joint Naval Drills
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) and the Russian Navy kicked off a week of naval exercises in near Shanghai…
Opinion: Will Germany and Russia Decide Ukraine’s Fate?
The referenda held Sunday in Ukrainian regions Donetsk and Luhansk have been denounced by many—but deserve cold, rational consideration. This is…
Will New Sanctions Towards Russia Yield New Results in Ukraine?
In the extended haggling for influence in Ukraine, the U.S. led yesterday with third round of targeted sanctions against Russia.…
Are the Baltics the Next Crimea?
In Tartu Estonia, there is a building on the main square, constructed on an uncertain foundation that leans precipitously. The…
Putin: Increase Russia’s Military Presence in the Arctic
Russian President Vladimir Putin called for Russia to expand its military presence in the Arctic following Canadian plans to claim…
Opinion: Russia’s Moment in the Sun Over Syria is No Triumph
The past several weeks have been surreal for Russia-watchers as the benighted country they follow has enjoyed more media exposure…