Russian Resurgence Timeline

Jun 05 2013
Russia's Gazprom Faces New Challenges
May 29 2013
The End of Russia's Latest Liberalization Phase
Vladimir Putin has found a way to accomplish the Kremlin's economic goals for the country without opening the economy up.
May 07 2013
Regional Implications of Moldova's Political Deadlock
The country's divisions will preclude meaningful integration with any bloc, whether European or Russian.
Apr 15 2013
A Possible Nord Stream Expansion
Russia is trying to protect its interests in Europe by expanding its energy infrastructure.
Apr 05 2013
A Possible New Russian Natural Gas Pipeline
A Possible New Russian Natural Gas Pipeline
The Yamal-II project would reduce Ukraine's already waning leverage while strengthening Poland.
Mar 28 2013
Russia's Surprise War Games
With snap military exercises, Moscow shows its willingness to undergo risk to prepare for future combat.
Mar 19 2013
The Impact of Missile Defense Cuts on U.S.-Russian Relations
Changes to U.S. missile shield plans in Europe address only some of Russia's concerns.
Mar 15 2013
Kyrgyzstan: Challenges to Stability
Kyrgyzstan: Challenges to Stability
The underlying factors leading to instability in Kyrgyzstan mean small protests can grow into threats to stability.
Feb 14 2013
For Armenia, Promising Changes Amid Elections
For Armenia, Promising Changes Amid Elections
Improving relations between Russia and Georgia could reduce Armenia's regional isolation.
Feb 12 2013
Putin Threatens Russia's Culture of Corruption
The president submitted a bill that could jumpstart his first anti-corruption campaign within the government.
Feb 01 2013
Georgia and Russia Work to Improve Economic Ties
Georgia and Russia Work to Improve Economic Ties
Resumed trade between the two countries could be a precursor to improved relations in other areas.
Jan 30 2013
In Russia, Threats to a French Warship Deal
The possibility of building two Mistral-class amphibious assault ships near St. Petersburg is unlikely.

Overview

Despite ongoing demographic, economic and geopolitical problems, Russia is using every tool at its disposal to reassert itself in the former
Soviet Union. Rather than taking back its former position as the patron state of many Central Asian, Caucasus and Eastern European countries, the Kremlin is attempting to exert softer control over its former republics.

Key Analysis

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