Russia’s Stealth Invasion of Ukraine
To keep Ukraine unstable and weak, Russia needs to make sure the separatists are not defeated.
Dmitry Gorenburg
Expert in Russian foreign policy and military reform
Russian Warships on Exercise, Not to Prop Up Assad
Russia has conducted naval exercises in the Eastern Mediterranean for several years. No reason to read more into this.
Russia Has Not Sent Troops to Syria
The routine deployment of a Russian tanker vessel to a Syrian port is misinterpreted as a show of force.
Putin Spells Out National Security Strategy
In anticipation of his reelection, Vladimir Putin unveils plans for military modernization.
How Bin Laden’s Death Was Received in Russia
Russian views on the terrorist leader’s death are a little different from those of Westerners.
Russia’s Conflicts in Libya
Dmitry Gorenburg examines the difficult position the Kremlin finds itself in with regard to the international military intervention in Libya.
Russia’s Black Sea Threat?
Is Russian naval expansion in the Black Sea a threat to American regional interests? Dmitry Gorenburg is skeptical.
The Pros and Cons of WikiLeaks Disclosures
While the release of confidential embassy cables is harmful to international relations, scholars should use them.
Radical Islamism on the Rise in Tatarstan?
Even if Tatarstan would appear to be islamizing, Russian authorities in the region shouldn’t worry about radicalism, argues Dmitry Gorenburg.
Why Was the S-300 Canceled?
Dmitry Gorenburg suggests that Russia canceled a missile system deal with Iran to smooth things over with the Americans.
Russian Foreign Arms Purchases Are Good for Regional Stability
A great deal of ink has been spilled recently about how terrible it is that a number of European NATO members are considering selling arms and military equipment to Russia. Many commentators vehemently argue against such arms sales. The reasons for the opposition are rarely stated openly, but when they are they tend to focus […]
The Missing Chinese Threat?
What has largely been missing from recent discussions of Russia’s military doctrine is the role that China will play in its security.