New Ceasefire Points Toward Frozen Conflict in Ukraine

French, German, Russian, Ukrainian leaders announce ceasefire, but that may not end Russia’s controlling ways
David R. Cameron
February 12, 2015

Tunisia Remains Arab Spring’s Lone Success Story

Tunisia succeeded where Libya, Egypt, Syria failed – with compromise, avoidance of sectarian politics, and no external meddling
Chris Miller
February 5, 2015

WWII Celebration Plans by Putin and Xi to Score Points

Russian and Chinese presidents aim to divide US and allies, including Japan, with WWII celebration
Stein Tønnesson
November 13, 2014

Dueling Elections in Ukraine Test EU-Russian Ties

Ukraine elections add to struggle between Russia and the West, disrupting trade, energy flow, military ties
Chris Miller
November 4, 2014

Pakistan, Obsessed Over India, Risks Anarchy

Pakistan cannot afford India as lasting enemy, yet agitators won’t let leaders make peace
Husain Haqqani
August 21, 2014

Global Casualty of an Escalating Local War

Local conflict in Ukraine takes global victim, and Russia plays politics with tragedy
David R. Cameron
July 24, 2014