Putin Doesn’t Care About the Rules Anymore
The Russian leader has decided that if Western countries don’t keep their commitments, neither should he.
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.
Despite Pressure from Allies, France to Deliver Warship to Russia
France will deliver at least one helicopter carrier to Russia, but might cancel the second.
Despite Plane Deaths, Dutch Careful Not to Antagonize Russia
Almost 200 of their nationals died in Ukraine, but the Dutch are reluctant to blame Russia.
Hungary to Build Russian Pipeline Over EU Objections
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has no intention of withdrawing from the South Stream pipeline.
Likely Future Premier: Bulgaria Could Pull Out of South Stream
Boyko Borisov says construction of the Russian pipeline will only go ahead if it complies with EU law.
Finland’s Next Prime Minister Backs NATO Membership
While most Finns would rather stay out of the alliance, Alexander Stubb supports NATO membership.
Bulgaria Suspends Involvement in Russia’s South Stream Pipeline
If Bulgaria pulls out of South Stream, Russia’s design to bypass Ukraine in its gas deliveries to Europe will be jeopardized.
Austrian-Russian Pipeline Deal Undermines European Gas Policy
Austria and Russia circumvent the European Commission by signing a bilateral pipeline deal.
Crimea Annexation Could Kill South Stream Pipeline
The Black Sea pipeline could fall victim to European efforts to reduce their dependence on Russian gas.
An Opportunity to Respond
The United States must remember what it is like to win in its strategic competition with Russia.
Former Defense Chief Calls for Tougher Action Against Russia
Robert Gates urges more a more forceful response from the West to Russian aggression.
Support for Tougher Russia Policy Growing in Germany
Angela Merkel is urged to take a stand.
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 Undeterred by NATO Deployments in Eastern Europe
The alliance deploys reconnaissance and fighter planes to reassure its Eastern European member states.
Crimea Invasion Rekindles American Gas Export Debate
By exporting more natural gas, America could help make its allies less dependent on Russia.