United States Urge Greece to Pull Out of Russian Gas Pipeline
America advises its NATO ally Greece to back the European Union’s Southern Gas Corridor instead.
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.
Finland Deploys Navy as Russian Submarine Suspected
Six months after Sweden searched for a Russian submarine, Finland detects activity in its waters.
A Tale of Two Submarines
It seems Russian officials and media are deliberately confusing the facts about Swedish submarine sightings.
Russia Risks Proxy Arms Race with S-300 Delivery
The delivery of the missile system could compel America to bolster its support for Arab states.
In Moscow, Greece’s Tsipras Hints at Closer Ties with Russia
The Greek prime minister wins little more than symbolic support from Russia.
Tsipras Suggests Greece Could Serve as “Bridge” to Russia
Greece’s far-left leaders criticizes EU sanctions against Russia.
Hungary Denies Europe Blocks Nuclear Deal with Russia
Hungary disputes reports that European regulators are blocking a nuclear fuel supply deal.
European Union: Feckless and Threat to Russia?
The European Union can’t be an ineffectual body and a threat to Russia at the same time.
Cyprus Signs Deal Allowing Russian Ships to Use Ports
Cyprus and Russia both play down the significance of the pact, saying it shouldn’t worry anyone.
Hungary’s Nationalist Premier Shows Putin Not Isolated
Vladimir Putin’s visit to Budapest is largely devoid of substance but shows he is not isolated in Europe.
It’s Too Late to Turn Ukraine Into a Buffer State
The “Finland option” is no longer a viable one for Ukraine because of Russia’s own actions.
Russia Must Not Be Allowed to Divide the West
The West must make clear that Russia’s schemes will not only fail but backfire.
French, German Leaders Negotiate Ukraine Ceasefire
Leaders agree to a truce, but Ukraine is still a long way off from ending the war.
Cyprus Denies Would Lease Military Bases to Russia
Establishing a military presence on Cyprus would be a huge strategic gain for Russia.
Support for Arming Ukraine Rises, Risks Remain
The United States are thinking again about giving weapons to Ukraine, even if it could provoke Russia.