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Articles with tag "Foreign Policy"

'constructive dialog'

Turkey, Syria, Russia Defense Ministers Meet for First Talks Since 2011

The defense ministers of Russia, Turkey and Syria met in Moscow on Wednesday, the first such talks since the civil war broke out in Syria, the Russian...
opinion Maxim Samorukov

Why Is All Quiet on Russia’s Western Balkan Front?

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has significantly extended the range of foreign policy instruments that the Kremlin deems acceptable for use. With the...
growing isolation

Indian PM Modi Cancels Putin Meeting Over Nuclear Threats – Bloomberg

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has backed out of an annual Russia-India summit because of Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats to use nuclear...
In depth

Putin Looks to Shore Up Russia’s Regional Influence on Kyrgyzstan Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin will attempt to shore up Russia’s regional authority on a visit Friday to the Central Asian state of Kyrgyzstan...
In depth

Foreign Policy Experts Map Russia's Plans for 2022

The Moscow Times asked 10 commentators for their predictions for the coming year.
time to talk

Kremlin Says Putin-Biden Video Call Next Week

Tensions have skyrocketed in recent weeks over accusations of Russian military buildup around Ukraine.
in quotes

Putin Rails Against ‘Monstrous’ West in Valdai Speech

The Russian president laid out the Russian alternative to pernicious Western trends and policies.
opinion Vladimir Frolov

How Russia Deals With the West After Navalny's Jailing

"Forgive the United States, ignore France and punish Germany," is Russia's newfound motto as pressure on the country rises.
opinion Pjotr Sauer

Foreign Policy Experts Map Russia’s Plans for 2021

We asked 10 experts to predict what Russia has in store for the world next year.
WAR OF WORDS

U.S. Accuses Russia of Sowing 'Chaos' in Mediterranean

America's top diplomat Mike Pompeo on Tuesday accused Russia of continuing to "threaten Mediterranean stability."
'Clearly Disruptive'

Russia Slams 'Dangerous' U.S. Foreign Policy Moves

Washington has said it will end sanctions waivers for nations that remain in a nuclear accord signed with Iran.
proactive steps

Russia Urges Gulf Nations to Consider a Joint Security Mechanism

Tensions in the Gulf have risen following the U.S. killing of Iranian military commander General Qassem Soleimani.
In depth

Putin Predictions of Yore: What the Pundits Thought 20 Years Ago

The new acting president’s opaqueness stirred up a storm of expert and press speculation about what a Putin presidency would mean for Russia.
In depth

Foreign Policy Experts Map Russia’s Plans for 2020

We ask seven experts to predict what Russia has in store for the world next year.
opinion Maxim Samorukov

Did Macron Hand the Balkans to Russia?

With Macron turning his sights on engineering a reset with Moscow, the Kremlin is unlikely to jeopardize such favorable dynamics by making disruptive moves...
opinion Andrei Kortunov

Is Putin Over His Resentment?

Is it a good thing that Russia appears to no longer harbor resentment towards to West? The answer is not so clear.
opinion Ruslan Mamedov

What to Expect From Putin's Visit to Saudi Arabia

Russia has emerged as a major outside player in the Middle East.
opinion Vasily Gatov

To Deal With Putin, the West Needs ‘Rollercoaster Diplomacy’

The Russian leadership is defenseless against fast and radical shifts in policy from abroad.
opinion Mark Galeotti

Strategies for a Kinder, Gentler Political War

What if the Kremlin is tired of being everyone's geopolitical scapegoat?
opinion Dmitriy Frolovskiy

Russia-Turkey Relations Face Pressure Over Syria, but Pattern Is Unlikely to Change

Stone-cold pragmatism will remain central in the relationship between the two countries.
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