Russia’s Anti-Democratic Paradox
The United States must start treating Russia as it is, rather than as the United States would like it to be.
U.S. Role in Georgia Crisis
The United States did not simply watch from the sidelines during the war between Russia and Georgia.
Russia and Georgia: All About Oil
Columnist Michael Klare explains that the war between Russia and Georgia centers around a critical oil pipeline that runs through South Ossetia and that Russia doesn’t control.
Die Hard
The war that broke out last week between Russia and Georgia is a terrifying reminder that the disintegration of the Soviet Union is far from over.
Going for the Gold
Forty years after the historic 1968 Olympics, the eyes of the world are focused on Beijing.
Will He or Won’t He?
Will George W. Bush, prodded by his pitchfork-wielding vice president, bomb Iran before the end of his term?
Running Against the West
In the upcoming Russian elections, the only real opponent that Putins party is facing has no face, no name, and no spot on the ballot.
Distrusting the Russians (Again)
The West should be careful about alienating Putin.