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Articles by Charlie Hancock
Europe Should ‘Maximize Pressure’ on U.S. Over Peace Talks With Russia – Stubb
The Finnish President said that dialogue between Europe, Ukraine as the U.S. is more open than many believe, but "all over the place."
2 Min read
U.S.-Russia Talks 'Obsolete' After Chernobyl Drone Strike – Kallas
"All these other talks have been totally obsolete because of the bombing of the nuclear station, bombing of civilians, bombing of civilian infrastructure...
2 Min read
Ukraine's Peace Goals 'Unrealistic,' U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth Says
He also ruled out sending U.S. peacekeepers to Ukraine and urged European NATO members to end their dependency on Washington for security.
2 Min read
Former Finnish President ‘Annoyed’ Europe Not Talking to Kremlin About Ending War
Sauli Niinistö said that Europe should be involved in dialogue with Moscow about ending the invasion of Ukraine.
3 Min read
Kadyrov Linked to Suspects in Botched Uzbekistan Assassination
Killers linked to the Chechen regime have already targeted people in Europe and Turkey. Kadyrov's footprint could extend into Central Asia.
6 Min read
News Analysis
Fact-Check: Tucker Carlson Interviews Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov
The Moscow Times fact-checked claims made by both Tucker Carlson and Sergei Lavrov in the anticipated interview.
4 Min read
News Analysis
Russia's New Nuclear Doctrine Takes Advantage of Ambiguity
Moscow has made over 200 references to its nuclear capabilities since the start of the war, and is continuing its saber rattling.
3 Min read
News Analysis
Timeline: Ukrainian Pleas, Kremlin Threats, U.S. Delays – The Long Road to Easing Restrictions on ATACMS
Two years after requesting ATACMS from Washington, Kyiv is allowed to use them to attack targets on Russian soil.
5 Min read
Feature
Top 5 Takeaways From Navalny’s Memoir ‘Patriot’
From a childhood in the shadow of Chernobyl to an Arctic prison, Patriot provides an insight into the mind of Putin’s most famous foe.
5 Min read
Containing Russia's Dangerous Game of 'Chernobyl Roulette'
Harvard historian Serhii Plokhy calls for the international community to ensure war and nuclear power can never mix again.
4 Min read
News Analysis
What Went Wrong for Ukraine at Vuhledar?
Ukraine’s defense of the embattled town was hit by chronic problems affecting the country’s military. But the long battle put Russia under pressure...
5 Min read
In ‘Goodbye to Russia,’ Sarah Rainsford Chronicles the Stifling of a Nation
The BBC’s Eastern Europe correspondent reflects on her 20 years covering Russia’s descent into brutality in her poignant new book.
5 Min read
What Makes the Largest U.S.-Russia Prisoner Swap Since the Cold War Unique?
It is not just the scale of the prisoner exchange that is historic, but the kinds of people involved.
3 Min read
News Analysis
Old Friends Reunite as Cuba Welcomes Russian Naval Ships For Exercises
Experts say the arrival of three ships and a nuclear-powered submarine aims to present Moscow as a global power with influence far beyond its waters.
4 Min read
News Analysis
Ukraine Can Strike (Some) Targets in Russia with U.S. Weapons. What Now?
Analysts told The Moscow Times Washington’s hesitance cost Ukrainian lives, and it is still unclear what Kyiv can do with American weapons.
4 Min read
News Analysis
How Delayed U.S. Aid Expanded the War in Ukraine’s Skies
As Congress held up vital aid for half a year, Russia exploited Ukraine’s dwindling supplies to bombard the country from the air to deadly effect.
6 Min read
Feature
5 Claims From Putin’s Tucker Carlson Interview, Fact-Checked
Here is just a handful of Putin’s statements from the controversial two-hour interview, examined and fact-checked.
5 Min read
Feature
Why Russia Deratifying Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Doesn’t Mean Imminent Disaster
Experts say the decision is mostly intended to send a message to the United States, which Russia sees as having an unacceptable advantage.
4 Min read
Feature
Explainer: Despite Reports, Russian Navy Unlikely to Have Abandoned Sevastopol Base
Ukraine has pummelled Russia's Black Sea Fleet for months. Analysts suggest any relocation will be temporary, as there is no better alternative to Sevastopol...
4 Min read
Feature
Explainer: Reports of Kadyrov’s Death May Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Rumors of a decline in the Chechen leader’s health appear to stem from unconfirmed quotes and conflicting claims on Telegram.
5 Min read