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Mark Galeotti

Russia and NATO Both Think Time Is on Their Side

Both sides show little readiness for compromise or pragmatism.
Sergei Seregichev

Business as Usual for Russia in Sudan

The era of al-Bashir’s rule in Sudan began early in the morning of June 30, 1989. On that morning the country awoke under a new regime: the Revolutionary...
Michele A. Berdy

Don't Call Me That!

A cranky cab driver led me to write a cranky column about what not to call your fare — me.
Andrei Kolesnikov

A New Ukrainian President Won’t Salvage Russia-Ukraine Relations

The Russian authorities have never been inclined to consider Ukraine a truly separate state.
Vladimir Frolov

Our Man in NATO: Why Putin Lucked Out With Recep Erdogan

Russia is on the verge of a resounding victory over NATO and the United States.
Sam Greene

Putin’s Melody Is No Longer Music to Russians’ Ears

Having lost interest in dancing, Russians are returning to their private, individual cares.
Mark Galeotti

Kremlin Strategy Doesn’t Need Winners, Just Players

Sometimes playing is more important than winning.
Oleg Zintsov

Serebrennikov Is Finally Free, But Worries Remain

Why talks of any real thaw are premature.
Andrei Pertsev

Kremlin Scapegoat: Russia’s In-System Opposition Is Under Attack

In-system politicians are now discovering that playing by the rules no longer protects them.
Ben Aris for bne IntelliNews

Russia’s Consumers Still Glum but Businesses Becoming Optimistic for 2019

Russia proved to be a tale of two cities as 2019 got under way.
Michele A. Berdy

The Nerd's Guide to Russian Prepositions In and On

Russian language learners complain about prepositions. I heard you.
Leonid Bershidsky

In Libya, One of Putin’s Many Bets Is in Play

The Kremlin doesn’t have the luxury of choosing allies: It has to go with adventurers and risk-takers.
Bruno Maçães

Russia’s New Gold Rush Could Shake Up the International Monetary System

Russia and China might be considering a gold-backed digital currency.
Vladimir Ruvinsky

We Want It Like in Ukraine

The planned Ukrainian presidential televised debates offer a powerful and positive image of potential change in Ukrainian politics.
Zev Chafets

Netanyahu Gets a Timely Campaign Gift from Putin

To the West, Putin is a dangerous autocrat. To Benjamin Netanyahu, he is a soul mate and ally.
Ilya Klishin

Why Russian 'Opposition' Journalists Find Refuge in Propaganda Outlets

It makes little difference where you work in a media environment devoid of dreams and opportunities.
Konstantin Skorkin

Ukraine Elections Enter a Second Round. What to Expect

The period until the runoff on April 21 will be a time of behind-the-scenes negotiations. 
Karena Avedissian for bne IntelliNews

Armenia Is a Russian Ally and EEU Member, so How Did It Pull Off a Democratic Revolution?

A year has passed since the Armenian Velvet Revolution.
Andrei Kolesnikov

Elections in Ukraine and Slovakia Offer a Glimpse Into Russia’s Future

Will Russia equally fall for a political outsider? Only time will tell.
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