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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 Shale Gas Threatens Russian Energy Position

Instead of adjusting to the shale gas revolution, Russia appears to be fighting it.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 19, 2012January 1, 2020

Putin Intervenes in European-Gazprom Brawl

The Kremlin seeks to shield the energy conglomerate from an antitrust investigation.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 13, 2012January 1, 2020

West “Recreating Sino-Soviet Bloc” in Syria: Brzezinski

By vilifying the two powers, Western allies are “pushing the Russians and the Chinese together.”

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 20, 2012November 21, 2021

There is No Cabal

The “authoritarian axis” does not exist.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 1, 2012November 21, 2021

Neoconservatives Still Smitten with Saakashvili

He tried to lure the United States into a war with Russia but is still considered an ally.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 6, 2012July 18, 2020

“N” for North: NATO’s Cold Future

The Arctic represents the emergence of a new geopolitical arena for the Western alliance.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 20, 2012December 31, 2019

Greek Euro Exit Would Prompt Geopolitical Realignment

Abandoned by Europe, Greece may be tempted to deepen its ties with Israel and Russia.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 18, 2012November 25, 2021

Time for Compromise on Trans Caspian Pipeline

Wikistrat analysts say the time is ripe for an energy deal between Europe and Russia on Caspian Sea exports.

Avatar photoWikistratMay 16, 2012December 25, 2019

Beyond the Reset: Reverse “Nixon Goes to China”

Ensconcing Russia in the West would enable America to balance against China’s rise.

Greg LawsonGreg R. LawsonMay 12, 2012November 26, 2021

Norway, Russia Strengthen Arctic Relations

The two intend to deepen cooperation in the Arctic region. The reason? A country far away from the North Pole.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 6, 2012October 25, 2019

Putin Rallies Against Soft Power, Humanitarian Interventions

The Russian leader claims the West uses nongovernmental organizations to undermine unfriendly regimes.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 3, 2012December 25, 2019

Montenegro to Join Russian South Stream Project

The Russian gas pipeline is picking up momentum.

Avatar photoWikistratFebruary 7, 2012December 25, 2019

Russia Threatens European Cattle, Meat Import Ban

The outbreak of a livestock virus in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands prompts Russia to consider an import ban.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 24, 2012October 25, 2019

Russia About to Join WTO, For What?

Will America allow Russia to join the World Trade Organization if it supports tougher sanctions against Iran?

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 17, 2011January 5, 2020

Europe Seeks to Counter Russian Influence in Caspian

European countries pursue a common energy policy in Central Asia on the eve of a major gas find in Azerbaijan.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 13, 2011July 18, 2020

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