Ukraine, Russia Walk Back Economic War Over Crimea
Russia resumes coal supplies after Ukraine restores electricity to the Crimean Peninsula.
Crimea
Russia Formally Annexes Crimea, Transnistria Requests Same
Moldova’s breakaway region requests entry into the Russian Federation similar to the Crimea’s.
Don’t Confuse Russia’s Motives in Crimea for Justification
Analysts should bear in mind there is a difference between explaining and legitimizing Russia’s behavior.
Annexing Crimea Could Prove Costly for Russia
It is unclear what benefits Russia would derive from annexing the peninsula.
West Refuses to Acknowledge Crimea Referendum
Western leaders refuse to recognize the Crimea’s wish to join Russia.
Russia’s Crimea Reasoning in Historical, Doctrinal Context
Sevastopol’s status and Russia’s military doctrine are crucial factors in evaluating its policy.
Putin Denies Troops in Crimea, Says Force “Last Resort”
The Russian leader denies that his soldiers have taken control of Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula.
Crimea Invasion Putin’s Mistake? Too Soon to Tell
Whoever claims Russia’s incursion was a mistake at this point is probably making a moral argument, not a neutral analysis.
Putin Claims Authority to Invade Ukraine, Troops Seize Crimea
Vladimir Putin claims a mandate to invade Ukraine where his troops already control the Crimea.
Russian Troops Move into Crimea as Tensions with West Rise
Russian aircraft deliver hundreds of troops to the Ukrainian peninsula.
Russian Troops in Crimea After Yanukovich Deposed
Russian troops secure the naval base at Sevastopol.