States are under no legal obligation to allow independence referendums, but should still allow them, writes Aidan Simardone.
Tag: Russia
Armenia’s Unclear Future
Uncertain times lie ahead for Armenia, Buzz Lanthier-Rogers writes. Unless the country treads cautiously, those times might bring war.
NORAD Tracks Santa, But So Will the Russians
With Russian nuclear-capable aircraft aggressively reconnoitering Canadian airspace near the North Pole, any accidental entanglement with Santa’s sleigh remains a cause for concern.
Keys to Understanding Russia’s Relationship with Serbia
Is Russia responsible for the growing opposition to EU membership in Serbia? Léo-Paul explores.
The CIS Plans to Strengthen its Joint-Air Defence System
Defence ministers of the CIS (Community of Independent States) recently agreed to strengthen the Joint Air Defence System (JADS). The system ensures the protection of its member states’ airspace but also provides the Kremlin with leverage over its neighbours.
Canada’s Participation in NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence
A comprehensive overview of NATO, and particularly Canada’s role, in reassuring its Eastern European allies.
Russia’s Nuclear Power, Part I: Nuclear Weapons and Doctrine
Moscow’s nuclear doctrine is increasingly intertwined with its hybrid warfare strategy, keeping the West off balance.
Russia’s Diplomatic Practices at the United Nations
Through the UN, Russia hopes to project power abroad and to show the advent of a multipolar world. Leo Paul explores the implications.
The Strategic Race for “Algorithmic Warfare” and AI Development
President Putin calls artificial intelligence “the future” and has increased R&D for militarized AI. Another technological race for global supremacy is on.
A Step Closer to Legitimizing Cryptocurrency? Or Ways to Go?
Russia once considered giving cryptocurrency regulatory backing, but will it materialize? Or stagnate?