Putin Might Be Hurting Russia’s Chances to Ally With Kazakhstan

Putin Might Be Hurting Russia’s Chances to Ally With Kazakhstan

It has been a turbulent year in Russian-Kazakh relations. Russia’s oil rich neighbour, which straddles central Asia and eastern Europe, started the year by asking for Russia’s help in restoring stability after protests erupted in its major cities.

Putin’s Asking Russians to Prepare for a ‘Long War,’ But Many Disagree

Putin’s Asking Russians to Prepare for a ‘Long War,’ But Many Disagree

If nuclear weapons are used in Ukraine, it won’t be Russia that starts it, says Russian president Vladimir Putin – ostensibly seeking to reassure the world while also delivering an arch reminder that he does, after all, have the power to swing the world’s largest nuclear arsenal into action if he chooses.

Putin’s Air Attacks on Civilians Won’t Help Them in this War

Putin’s Air Attacks on Civilians Won’t Help Them in this War

Putin and his generals are running out of tricks and maneuvers. Though we do not deny the tragedy that happened when Russia started to strike civilian areas throughout (our recent count is at least 77 missiles fired), this event will have a very minimal impact on how Russian troops will defend or attack in the coming weeks.