Former Soviet Union Analysis

Russia's Budget Problems, Part 2: Campaign Promises Versus Grand Military Plans
The Kremlin's promises to increase social spending are at odds with its plans for a massive military overhaul.
Aug 24, 2012 | 05:00 GMT
Russia's Budget Problems, Part 1: The Kremlin's Dilemma
Russia's Budget Problems, Part 1: The Kremlin's Dilemma
Spending cuts and the possibility of falling oil prices have polarized the Kremlin.
Aug 23, 2012 | 07:08 GMT
Germany's Tour of Eastern Europe
Visits by top German officials to Moldova and the Baltic states are a reminder that Eastern Europe still serves as an important geopolitical battleground between Germany and Russia.
Aug 22, 2012 | 20:21 GMT
Belarus: A Significant Political Shake-Up
Belarus: A Significant Political Shake-Up
The timing of the reshuffling likely means Belarus will continue distancing itself from the European Union.
Aug 21, 2012 | 05:30 GMT
Geopolitical Calendar: Week of Aug. 20, 2012
The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.
Aug 20, 2012 | 05:00 GMT
Uniting Russia in the 21st Century
Putin has, once again, taken on the challenge of cultivating a Russian identity.
Aug 17, 2012 | 00:38 GMT
Ukraine Moves to Escape Russia's Grip
Kiev has chosen two non-Russian energy companies to develop Ukraine's hydrocarbon field in an attempt to diversify its natural gas consumption.
Aug 16, 2012 | 01:05 GMT
Tensions Rise in the East China Sea
Tensions Rise in the East China Sea
These regional conflicts are rooted in both geopolitics and history.
Aug 15, 2012 | 13:28 GMT

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