Will the dispute regarding the Kuril Islands ever be resolved between Russia and Japan? Léo-Paul Jacob explores.
Tag: Russia
Keys to Understanding Russia’s Arctic Policy
Russia’s Arctic policy is driven by energy and military considerations, but can it be sustained for long? Léo-Paul Jacob explores.
The Cyber Saga Continues: Russian Spies Arrested with Links to Yahoo Cyber-attack
On March 15, The U.S. Department of Justice announced the indictments of two Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) officers in connection with the 2014 hacking of over 500 million Yahoo user accounts. This marks the first criminal case concerning cybersecurity brought directly against Russian government officials, and what seems to be a change in the Read More…
Turkey’s Constitutional Referendum
Erdogan’s victory in the referendum shows the power of a leader channeling the national interest to take back the state. It is another expression of the populist trend sweeping across the Atlantic and the European continent and positions Erdogan closer to Nigel Farage, Donald Trump or Marine Le Pen than it does to Arab dictators in neighbouring Middle-Eastern countries.
Enforcing UNSCR1325 & Promoting a NATO Gender Advisor for Asia: A Conversation with Betsy Kawamura (Part 2)
Part 2 of this interview with Betsy Kawamura emphasizes the need for a NATO Gender Advisor for East Asia, the legal accountability of UNSCR1325/R2P (responsibility to protect), and Ms. Kawamura’s future projects for survivors and historical reconciliation in East Asia.
A Culture of Shame: Exploring LGBT Abuses in Chechnya
Farah Bogani explores the severity of LGBT abuses in Chechnya and whether Russia will launch an effective investigation.
Service A and the Use of Disinformation by Russia
As the weapon of disinformation is becoming more commonly used by Russia, will it weaken political legitimacy among NATO members?
Could Fear of Another Russian Attack Impel Finland to Join NATO in the Near Future?
How would Russia react to Finland joining NATO? Is this even an option for Finland? Ida Männistö explores.
Alexei Navalny and Anti-Corruption Protests in Russia
With protests carrying on for a second straight week, Nick Raffey looks into what sparked the anti-corruption demonstrations throughout Russia.
When Airstrikes Go Wrong: Examining the Narrative After the Mosul Airstrike
With the recent increase in civilian casualties from coalition airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, Farah Bogani examines the narrative emerging from the Mosul airstrike.