Hungary to Build Russian Pipeline Over EU Objections
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has no intention of withdrawing from the South Stream pipeline.
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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.
By Cutting Gas, Russia Forces Ukraine to Make Painful Choice
Ukraine must either leave its own citizens in the cold or antagonize its new European friends.
Finland’s Next Prime Minister Backs NATO Membership
While most Finns would rather stay out of the alliance, Alexander Stubb supports NATO membership.
Ukraine Accuses Russia of Sending Tanks to Separatists
Three Ukrainian tanks were supposedly seized by Russia in the Crimea and then given to separatists in the east.
Putin at Ease in Asia’s Power Politics
The West’s desire to isolate Russia does not seem to resonate in Asia, where interests trump liberal ideals.
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.
Ukraine Separatists Ask to Join Russia After Referendums
Russia respects the referendums as an “expression of the people’s will” but stops short of endorsing the appeal.
India, Russia Ally Against Pakistan by Providing Arms to Afghanistan
India pays Russia to deliver weapons to Afghanistan, setting the stage for a proxy war with Pakistan.
Austrian-Russian Pipeline Deal Undermines European Gas Policy
Austria and Russia circumvent the European Commission by signing a bilateral pipeline deal.
Opportunity for Netherlands as Europe Seeks Gas Alternatives
Rotterdam’s ability to gasify LNG could help Europe reduce its dependence on Russia.
In Response to NATO, Russia Stages Drills on Ukraine’s Border
Russia says its military exercises near the border with Ukraine are a response to NATO war games.
Federalization is Russian Design to Weaken, Not Save Ukraine
Russia’s “solution” for the crisis in Ukraine would stop the country from deepening its ties with the West.
Ukraine Separatists Reject Amnesty, Demand Referendum
Pro-Russian activists in the east of Ukraine refuse to back down unless the government agrees to a referendum.
Crimea Annexation Could Kill South Stream Pipeline
The Black Sea pipeline could fall victim to European efforts to reduce their dependence on Russian gas.