Russia intends to modernize its Black Sea Fleet and to expand capabilities in the region.
The new US-Phillipine Defense Agreement is about Pacific Defense, not about the Asian Pivot.
Russian gains stem not merely from opportunism but are also is the result of the pursuit of core strategic objectives. This article examines some of those strategic objectives.
Harald Malmgren discusses the PLA looking to take advantage of Putin's actions in Crimea.
The Crimean seizure is also about abrogating a key agreement.
It is important to remember how challenging the Afghan support effort has been.
Re-shaping fundamental policies rather than sanctions are required.
The Nordics are at the center of any Western response to any Russian actions in the Baltics and the Arctic.