Lukashenko Shouldn’t Expect Russia’s Help
Vladimir Putin might prefer a new leader in Belarus.
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Pulling American Troops Out of Germany Is Another Gift to Putin
Trump punishes Germany and gives Russia another win.
Sino-American Rift Gives Russia an Opening
Russia is keen to deepen its relationship with China, even if it is the weaker party.
Coronavirus Puts Extra Stress on Russian Economy
The country was already coping with a slump in oil prices.
Macron’s Idealistic Russia Pragmatism
The French president argues for a pragmatic reset. It would actually be a leap of faith.
Who Is Russia’s New Prime Minister?
Mikhail Mishustin has little political experience. That’s probably why Putin chose him.
Why Putin Wants to Change Russia’s Constitution
The changes would weaken the presidency, but expanding democracy is probably not on Vladimir Putin’s mind.
Trump’s Presence Will Be Felt When Merkel and Putin Meet
America isn’t on the agenda, but Germany and Russia share concerns about Donald Trump.
Russian-Ukrainian Gas Deal Is a Trilateral Victory
Russia, Ukraine and the EU all benefit.
Erdoğan-Putin Deal Tests Russian, Turkish Influence in Libya
The two strongmen announce a ceasefire, but they are not the only ones with an interest in Libya.
Lukashenko Isn’t Interested in Belarus-Russia Union
The Belarusian dictator is playing hard to get. Russia’s leverage is slipping away.
The Trans-Anatolian Pipeline, Explained
A new pipeline connects Azerbaijan to Europe. What does it mean for the countries along the route?
China-Russia Gas Pipeline Should Concentrate Minds in Brussels
The EU must find other gas suppliers while it still has the benefit of being Russia’s top customer.
Breakthrough Unlikely at Normandy Four Meeting
Neither Russia nor Ukraine is ready to back down in the Donbas.
Serbia Should Break with Russia
The time has come for the Slavic little brother to make his own choices.