Rejeanne Lacroix examines Canada’s future role in the Black Sea.
Tag: Russia
Saudi-Iranian Rivalry Politicizes OPEC and Derails Doha Deal
Adlan Taramov analyzes recent OPEC Doha meeting and its outcome in the context of global oil price war and Saudi-Iran rivalry.
The Panama Papers and European Political Accountability
Vedran Kuljanin explores the Panama Papers and the effect it could have on the political accountability of Europe.
The Baltics and the possibility of a Russian invasion
Drazo Kraishnik analyzes the geopolitical influence of Russia in the Baltics.
The Pentagon will use new exotic weapons to deter Russia and China
Adlan Taramov analyzes NATO’s shift to the futuristic ‘third offset’ strategy designed to deter Russia and China.
Nadezhda Savchenko: Off the Frontline and into the Political Battle to Come
Eimi Harris describes the trial against Nadezhda Savchenko, a Ukrainian helicopter pilot fighting on the front lines. Sentenced to 22 years in jail by a Russian court, Savchenko’s fight for her freedom will have be played on the political battlefront.
Preparing for the Unthinkable? Russian Intelligence Activity in Finland and Sweden
Aleksi Korpela discusses Russian intelligence activities in Finland and Sweden and the growing military threat.
What Will be the Greatest Consequence of the Drop in Oil Prices?
As the price of oil continues to drop, our Research Analysts and Program Editors look at its global effects.
From Russia with Boston Marathon Bombings
Russia often positions itself as an irreconcilable fighter against international terrorism. Time and time Russian officials use instances of deadly terrorist attacks in the West as an opportunity to call NATO to join efforts against terrorism. Russian president Vladimir Putin calls for ‘one powerful fist’ to fight terrorism and blames NATO for double standards. However, Read More…
From Central Asia with Love and Remittances
Research Analyst Michael Oshell explores Central Asia’s dependence on foreign remittances.