West Refuses to Acknowledge Crimea Referendum
Western leaders refuse to recognize the Crimea’s wish to join Russia.
Russia and the West
Russia and the West have had a love-hate relationship for centuries. These are the stories of what some are already calling the Second Cold War.
European Allies Reluctant to Sever Ties with Russia over Crimea
France, Germany and Italy would prefer not to risk their commercial interests in Russia.
Russian Troops Move into Crimea as Tensions with West Rise
Russian aircraft deliver hundreds of troops to the Ukrainian peninsula.
NATO Missile Shield Prompts Russia to Expand Defenses
Russia is developing advances weapons systems in order to keep up in its missile arms race with the West.
German Green Energy Policy Drives Ally into Russia’s Embrace
Unreliable green energy from Germany is hurting Dutch companies.
Turning Away from Europe, Hungary Seeks Russian Nuclear Power
Opposition lawmakers criticize the growing dependence on Russian energy.
Steinmeier Unlikely to Effect Change in German-Russian Relations
Germany’s new foreign minister may be something of a Russophile, but his influence could be limited.
For Russia, Syria the Last Straw in Long List of Grievances
The Russians feel they have been betrayed by the West time and again.
Caspian Pipeline “Victory” for Italy, Possibly Russia
Azerbaijan’s choice for the Trans Adriatic Pipeline over Nabucco is good news for Southern Europe.
Dutch Court Jails Former Civil Servant, Russian Spy
A former Foreign Ministry worker passed sensitive documents to Russian intelligence.
Dutch, Germans Struggle With Russia Relationship
Russia’s biggest trade partners in Europe are uneasy about its human rights situation.
Cyprus Refuses to Be Drawn Into Russia’s Orbit
For now, Europe is the only power able to extend a lifeline to Cyprus’ economy.
Russia Unmoved by European Missile Shield Adjustment
A senior Russian lawmaker is skeptical about the change in NATO’s missile defense plan.
European Leaders Urge Ukraine to Loosen Russia Ties
Ukraine has three months to prove that it is committed to deepening relations with Europe.
Germany’s Merkel Cools to Russian Relationship
The German chancellor no longer worries about upsetting the Russians.