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Putin
OPINION: Russian Government Changes: More Corruption and Nepotism
Putin says he wants to decrease corruption to increase military effectiveness but really is redirecting the proceeds to himself and his cronies while preferring endless – and profitable – war.
May 19, 2024
Russia
ANALYSIS: What’s Wrong with the Russian Su-57? A Lot
The Su-57 was supposed to be the Kremlin’s answer to true fifth-generation fighters like the US F-22 and the multi-national F-35, but Russia's stealthy super-fighter never really got off the ground.
May 19, 2024
Putin
OPINION: What’s Behind Putin's Ministerial Rochade in the Kremlin?
In Putin’s Russia, it is best not to assume a strategic rationality behind personnel appointments. But recent moves raise interesting questions about Kremlin power dynamics.
May 19, 2024
War in Ukraine
British Defence Intelligence Update Ukraine 18 May 2024
Latest from the British Defence Intelligence.
May 18, 2024
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Nationalizes 2 Russian Planes Owned by Moscow’s Military-Industrial Complex
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said the two planes, leased to Ukraine for charter flights prior to the invasion through offshore companies, are worth €10 million in total.
May 18, 2024
Russia
EU Backs Sanctions on Russian Propaganda Outlets As Part of Next Sanctions Package
While EU envoys did not yet specify the measures that will apply to the outlets, Russian media sanctioned over propaganda, such as Sputnik and RT, in previous rounds lost broadcasting rights.
May 17, 2024
War in Ukraine
G7 to Back EU Line on Frozen Russian Assets, Italy Says
A plan to use windfall revenue earned from Russia's frozen assets in Europe, about $300 billion, to help Ukraine's war effort will be backed by the G7.
May 17, 2024
War in Ukraine
N. Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles After Denying Russia Arms Transfers
Seoul and Washington have accused North Korea of sending arms to Russia. Experts suggest that the recent spate of testing may involve weapons intended for deployment on battlefields in Ukraine.
May 17, 2024
‘How Are We Supposed to Live Now?’: Russians React to Massive Moscow Drone Attack
Russians responded to a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow with a mix of panic, frustration, dark humor and calls for retaliation.
June 18, 2026
