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Why Russia Yearns for Empire
By James R. Holmes
A primal instinct was behind Russia’s annexation of Crimea, and its one shared by other powers.
Russia May Sell China New Advanced Submarines
By Zachary Keck
Russia has announced it will build a new fifth generation, Kalina-class submarine. Will Moscow sell them to China?
Crimea: Ideals and Reality, Glory and Dreams
By Yang Hengjun
The Crimea incident reflects Putin's domestic aspirations; China is well advised to stay neutral.
Amid Ukraine Crisis, Russia Pursues Energy Deals With Asia
By Zachary Keck
Igor Sechin, CEO of Rosneft, is on a tour of Japan, India, South Korea and Vietnam.
East Asia Arms Imports Surged by 25% in 2013
By Zachary Keck
According to IHS Jane’s, East Asia’s arms imports increased by one-fourth in 2013. India’s increased by $1.8 billion.
Crimea Could Weaken Russia's Pacific Fleet
By Robert Farley
In response to its invasion of Crimea, the EU will likely bar the sale of a pair of French Mistral warships.
Responding to Russia's Nuclear Inspections Ban
By Zachary Keck
If Moscow makes good on its threat to ban nuclear inspections, the US should respond with a nuclear arms buildup.
In Ukraine, Russia Can’t Lose
By Zachary Keck
No matter which way Ukraine has turned in recent weeks, the West has proclaimed that Putin is winning.
Taiwan: Why China Backs Russia on Ukraine
By James R. Holmes
By calling for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis, China is hoping that Kiev submits to Russia.
India Backs Russia’s ‘Legitimate Interests’ in Ukraine
By Zachary Keck
India broke with the international community in acknowledging that Russia has legitimate interests in Ukraine.
Only Realists Spread Democracy
By Zachary Keck
History leaves no doubt that realists have been the most successful foreign policy faction in exporting democracy.
How Ukraine Spillover Could Complicate the US Withdrawal From Afghanistan
By Ankit Panda
Putin has an ace up his sleeve: shutting down the Northern Distribution Network.