Ukraine, Russia Walk Back Economic War Over Crimea
Russia resumes coal supplies after Ukraine restores electricity to the Crimean Peninsula.
Crimean Crisis
Russia Escalates Tit for Tat with Ukraine, Blocks Gas
Russia stops delivering gas to Ukraine after the electricity in Crimea is cut off.
Israel Sees Obama’s Crimea Response as Sign of Weakness
Especially on the Israeli right, America’s inability to stop Russia is seen as an ominous sign.
Crimea Annexation Could Kill South Stream Pipeline
The Black Sea pipeline could fall victim to European efforts to reduce their dependence on Russian gas.
East Asia Nervously Watching Events in Crimea
China doesn’t want to alienate Russia nor set a precedent for regions of its own to break away.
Former Defense Chief Calls for Tougher Action Against Russia
Robert Gates urges more a more forceful response from the West to Russian aggression.
Russia’s Crimea Seizure Underscores NATO’s Traditional Role
After two decades of navel gazing, it turns out NATO is still most useful for what it set out to do in the first place.
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.
Ukraine Fears Invasion as Russia Stages Military Drills on Border
Russia stages large military exercises on Ukraine’s border as Germany warns of “catastrophe” unless it withdraws.
Russia Undeterred by NATO Deployments in Eastern Europe
The alliance deploys reconnaissance and fighter planes to reassure its Eastern European member states.
Russia Expands Occupation, Ukraine Mobilizes Troops
Russian forces appear to be tightening their grip on the peninsula. Ukrainian troops mobilize in response.
Crimea Invasion Rekindles American Gas Export Debate
By exporting more natural gas, America could help make its allies less dependent on Russia.
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.