Russia

The U.S. says it needs ballistic missile defenses to fend off the threat of Iran. But is it creating more problems?

New images surfacing on the internet suggest China’s aircraft carrier has taken a big step toward flights ops.

While attention has focused on Tehran’s alleged nuclear weapons ambitions, Russia’s lax safety standards risk creating another kind of nuclear disaster in Iran.

China has been accused of copying Russian fighters. So why does Moscow seem close to selling it the Su-35?

Worried Russia will be marginalized by China, expect Vladimir Putin to push his Eurasian Union vision – and perhaps spring a surprise over Pakistan.

China’s air force has indicated it’s interested in buying the Su-35 fighter from Russia. What does Russia think?

China’s air force has indicated it’s interested in buying the Su-35 fighter from Russia. What does Russia think?

Barack Obama may hope for deeper nuclear arms cuts. But with an eye on China, Russia is unlikely to oblige.

With tensions with Russia bubbling beneath the surface, China has been keen to build ties with Ukraine and Belarus. They’ve been happy to reciprocate.

Japan and Russia would undoubtedly benefit from finding a resolution to the dispute over the Kuril Islands. But domestic pressure is holding them back.

The Diplomat speaks with the Norwegian ambassador to the U.S. about the Arctic, China and security.

Russia is increasingly paying attention to developments in Asia. But are positions on Iran and Syria hurting it?