A problem with lengthy sanctions regimes is that as trade diminishes, they tend to become less effective. As economist Albert Hirschman argued in his seminal work on trade and power, trade is both a ...

Mr. Putin appears to be caught in the same dilemma, between seizing as much as possible and legitimizing at least part of ...

US President Donald Trump has said he will slash the 50-day deadline he gave for Russia’s Vladimir Putin to reach a ceasefire ...

A deepening spat between Russia and Azerbaijan shows Vladimir Putin's waning influence in the South Caucasus, analysts have ...

The 2022 invasion came as a shock to many of Russia’s neighbors in eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia, ...

Vladimir Putin’s “colossal error” in Ukraine is setting the stage for a potential collapse of the Russian Federation, ...

Despite a recent, more aggressive peace overture from President Trump, Vladimir Putin is doubling down on his disastrous war in Ukraine, signaling a commitment driven by “emotional obstinacy.” -The ...

As Russia remains preoccupied with its war in Ukraine, its influence is weakening along its southern border, particularly in ...

Chula Vista declines to declare emergency over trash strike. For now. Services for hospitals and nursing homes were being prioritized.

Trump reveals Melania Trump pointed out Putin's false promises regarding Ukraine peace deals, as the Russian leader continued attacks despite diplomatic conversations.

President Donald Trump was set Monday to announce a new package of military aid for Ukraine as his feud with Russia's Vladimir Putin deepens.

Is Donald Trump finally waking up to the reality of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his war on Ukraine?