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Why Russia is Worried About the “Zero Option” in Afghanistan
As the withdrawal approaches, Moscow’s own experience tells it to fear the potential for regional chaos.

How Putin Can Retaliate Against Obama
Across Asia and elsewhere, Russia has a number of options for responding to the summit’s cancellation.

China’s Second Artillery Has a New Missile
With 1,600 missiles aimed at Taiwan, the M20 will complicate Taipei’s missile defense efforts.

Amid Snowden Fallout, Russian Navy Makes Port Call in Cuba
A Russian Naval Task Force docked at Havana Harbor on Saturday for the first time in 4 years.

As Tensions with West Rise, Moscow Looks to Asia
With large-scale military exercises and huge energy deals, Russia has been increasingly assertive in Asia.

Russia Announces a Naval Buildup in the Pacific
Starting next year, Russia’s Pacific Naval Fleet will receive new warships for the first time since the Soviet era.

Russia Delays India’s 5th-Gen. Fighter Program
Production delays and cost hikes will likely delay the delivery of India’s first fifth-generation aircraft beyond 2022.

Russia Holds Massive Military Drill Aimed at China, Japan
With 160,000 troops participating, the snap drills are Russia’s largest since the Soviet Union.

Russia’s Energy Deals with East Asia: Who Wins?
Some huge deals have been inked recently, and one clear winner has emerged.

China, Russia to Hold Largest-Ever Naval Drills
The drill will reportedly consist of 19 surface ships,1 submarine and 3 fixed-wing aircraft.

Wither the P5+1?
The Obama administration’s broad coalition against Iran and its nuclear program is gradually falling apart.

Russia & Iran To Hold Naval Drill in Caspian Sea
During an Iranian port call, a Russian commander said the two navies will participate in an exercise later this year.