Russian military Commentary

DIY Defense

Instead of relying on America to protect them from Russia, Eastern Europeans should build their own military capabilities.

Moscow's Iran Connection

Russia and Iran have a very close relationship. To get Moscow’s help in curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, we need to offer the Russians something in return.

Our Tin-Pot Autocrat

A year later, too many still refuse to accept that Mikheil Saakashvili behaved recklessly in his conflict with Russia.

Needy Nations

Biden should have toldUkraine andGeorgia to take their pleas for NATO membership to France and Germany.

More Friends, More War

Expanding NATO doesn’t improve American security. It antagonizes Russia and could lead to war.

The Feckless Alliance

Although Obama thought he could convince them otherwise, our NATO allies are content to cheerlead while we do all the heavy lifting in Afghanistan.

The Russian Hangover

The party is over in Moscow—the economic crunch has reminded Russians that their nation isn’t a real great power.

Détente Part Deux

Break out the bell bottoms and ABBA EPs—the seventies are back, at least in diplomacy. America needs to look beyond the Georgian conflict and reassess its approach towards Moscow.

Blackball Georgia

NATO is encouraging membership bids left and right, for countries not even part of Europe. But is this in line with its original aims or good defense policy for America?

Georgia on Our Mind

It’s not over yet—the Georgian conflict has pressing consequences for energy security, NATO and the European Union.

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May 26, 2012