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August 21, 2025
A New Western Strategy for Russian Aggression
After years of trying to force Russia to halt its aggression, the West may eventually have to reconsider its risk tolerance to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine.
July 24, 2025
The Pariahs’ Embrace: The Kremlin and the Taliban
By recognizing the Taliban as Afghanistan’s legitimate authority, Moscow is trying to revive its waning geopolitical influence.
July 1, 2025
The West’s Golden Opportunity to Split Russia’s ‘Deathbed Alliance’
Coordinated Western efforts to persuade Eurasian nations to reduce ties to Russia would diminish Moscow's influence and vex the Kremlin.
June 11, 2025
Kazakhstan and the Russian Tightrope
President Tokayev has restored order since “Bloody January” and boosted Kazakhstan’s image, but Russia’s economic weakness and tougher US sanctions could cause big problems.
April 1, 2025
Between a Hawk and a Buzzard: Kazakhstan’s Choices on Russia
Kazakhstan might want to consider adjusting its multivector doctrine to buttress its sovereignty in an era of great uncertainty.
October 19, 2022
Russia’s Enfeeblement Sends Shudders Through Central Asia
Central Asia’s leaders are airing disagreements with Putin. They have reason to be worried about Russia.