The troubling developments in Ukraine compel observers to analyze Vladimir Putin’s actions and intentions.
Christopher Kelly
Precarious Standoff in the New Ukraine
Ukraine is crucial to Russian geostrategic interests &the coming days will show how serious Putin is in preserving his country’s influence.
Ukraine’s Impossible Predicament
Christopher Kelly on Ukraine’s balancing act of the European Union and Russia.
After the Clouds Have Cleared: Chemical Weapons and The Folly of Air Strikes Against Syria: Part I
Christopher Kelly on the Syrian crisis, and the weak case for isolate air strikes.
Forlorn France Faces Bleak Future
Christopher Kelly on the bleak attitudes held by French citizens with regard to the current state of their economy and their future.
The Harper Government and Canada’s Contribution to NATO: A Fact Sheet
Christopher Kelly outlines Canada’s decision to withdraw from NATO surveillance programs.
Cameron Can’t Have It Both Ways
Christopher Kelly considers British PM David Cameron’s pledge to hold an in/out referendum and argues that the UK’s future is within the EU.
The Need for German Hegemony in the Eurozone
Christopher Kelly makes the case for decisive German leadership to navigate the eurozone through the crisis.
The Fine Balance Between Privacy and Security
Christopher Kelly outlines the debate over privacy and security in the context of developing story on Edward Snowden.
Tears in Taksim Square
Christopher Kelly comments on the turmoil in Turkey and Prime Minister Erdoğan’s polarizing policies.