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Konstantin Pakhalyuk

How Do You Solve a Problem Like the Russian Volunteer Corps?

The presence of the far-right pro-Ukraine paramilitary at a Russian opposition rally exposes uncomfortable facts that need to be faced.

Dmitry Gorchakov

Enriched Uranium Fuels Russia's War Machine. But the U.S. Still Imports It

The U.S. is one of Russia's largest markets for uranium. Despite a ban on the horizon, Washington still takes part in this lucrative trade.

Nigel Gould-Davies

Here’s Why Europe Should Donate Frozen Russian Assets to Ukraine Right Now

Giving Russian assets to Ukraine would help both Ukraine rebuild and Europe rearm. So what's stopping Europe taking this simple step?

What Is the Economy Like in Russia? Just Ask Ordinary People

Even Moscow's traditionally cosseted middle classes are starting to feel the pinch after three years of war.

Who Are the Winners and Losers of Trump’s Split With Ukraine?

Faced with abandonment from the United States, Ukrainians are uniting behind President Zelensky and Europe's days of complacency may be over.

Reopening the Skies to Russian Flights Would Be a Mistake

The airline industry has reacted warmly to the prospect. But allowing direct flights from Russia to resume could undermine sanctions overnight.

Sander van Luik

Kremlin Accountability for MH17 Is Essential for a Credible Peace

If Russia won't take responsibility for killing of MH17's 298 passengers, we can't trust them to ensure peace in Ukraine.

Here's What Trump Gets Wrong About Ukrainian Democracy

Trump's assertions that Zelensky's presidency is illegitimate plays into Russia's aims of destabilizing Ukraine.

Trump Is Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Russian Oligarchs

While the rest of the world is shutting the door to the corrupt super-rich, President Donald Trump is welcoming them in.

Zhanna Nemtsova

From the Archive: Around Nemtsov’s Murder, Key Questions Remain Deliberately Unanswered

On the 10th anniversary of Nemtsov's death, the case remains unsolved.

Nothing Stood in the Way of Putin Invading Ukraine

Nothing inside Russia or in the international community could have stopped Putin's obsession with invading Ukraine.

Elena Davlikanova

After 3 Years of War, Ukraine Is in an Absurd Position

Moscow and Washington's emerging bromance has upended Ukraine's global position after three years of brutal war.

Tougher Sanctions on Russia Are Possible. But It Won’t Be Easy

There still exist economic levers that could pressure Russia to end the war. But even if the will exists, imposing sanctions won't be simple.

Welcome to Trump and Putin's Brave New World

It is no longer safe for other NATO members and Ukraine to treat the U.S. as an ally or a trustworthy intelligence partner, let alone a security guarantor...

Daniele Stracquadanio

Europe’s Humiliating Exclusion From Ukraine Talks Is Its Own Fault

Europe has repeatedly failed to present a realistic common strategy to end the war. Now it is shut out of decisions it should be part of.

Unprecedented Defense Ministry Purge Sparks Concern in Russian Elite

The anxiety caused by the Defense Ministry purge has been intensified by the fact that new rent flows have been divided between elite groups.

Morvan Lallouet

The Fall of the House of Navalny?

In the year since Alexei Navalny's death, the Russian opposition group he led has become embroiled in the biggest scandal since its founding.

Sophie in 't Veld

History Will Judge Europe If It Doesn’t Stand Up to Putin

We are paying a high price for not having built up a strong Europe, and the cost of our collective denial is going up by the day.

Sergey Radchenko

Putin Won’t Settle for Less Than a U.S. Betrayal of Ukraine

The Russian ruler aims to negotiate with the U.S. over the heads of Europe and Ukraine, reinforcing the notion that Russia and America are equals.

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