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Trump's Diplomacy Won't Stop Russia's Expansionism

Trump's Diplomacy Won't Stop Russia's Expansionism

At the recent summit meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, the United States president apparently hoped that his...

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Andreas Umland

Trump and Putin Speak the Same Diplomatic Language. Zelensky Adapts, But Europe Struggles.

Trump and Putin Speak the Same Diplomatic Language. Zelensky Adapts, But Europe Struggles.

After reading dozens of commentaries on the Alaska summit, one theme stands out: there was never much to discuss about actual peace.   The slogan “...

21.08.2025 10

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Inna Bondarenko

Welcome to Russia in 2025. Wave Your Comfortable Modern Life Goodbye.

Welcome to Russia in 2025. Wave Your Comfortable Modern Life Goodbye.

Good news, comrades! The future is here — and it looks a lot like 1985. Senior lawmaker Vladimir Gutenev, who also heads the State Duma’s Industry...

20.08.2025 2

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Jason Corcoran

Why Is Russia Still Bombarding Ukrainian Civilians?

Why Is Russia Still Bombarding Ukrainian Civilians?

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on May 29. However, Russia’s bombardment of Ukrainian civilians has continued despite ongoing...

19.08.2025 1

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Mark Edele

Ukraine Needs Security Guarantees Moscow Will Take Seriously. The West Isn’t Up to the Task.

Ukraine Needs Security Guarantees Moscow Will Take Seriously. The West Isn’t Up to the Task.

Public attention toward peace negotiations is concentrated on the question of territorial concessions. Must Russia’s jurisdiction over Crimea be...

18.08.2025 2

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Boris Bondarev