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Russia is the test of Europe's strategic autonomy

European ambassadors' visit to Moscow to discuss ending the Ukraine invasion proved futile, highlighting Europe's geopolitical challenges. While Europe is a participant, it must be involved in negotiating an end to the conflict and finding Russia's place in the European security architecture. This requires Europe to first define its approach…

The Economic Times · Jun 15

Europe readies for war as Russian rhetoric escalates

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The Conversation · Dec 6, 2024

Tough talk on Nato from Putin and his proxies may hide a willingness to compromise

With the war nearly three years old and the Russian economy under severe pressure after a collapse of the ruble and rising inflation, the Kremlin needs to show domestic audiences that it remains strong. Recent rhetoric from the Kremlin and from proxies for the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, has focused…

The Conversation · Dec 5, 2024