Russia

The Seeds of Russia’s Military Collapse in Ukraine Were Planted by its Bungled Elimination of Conscription

Larry Korb describes the conditions that allowed Russia's forces to be overwhelmed by Ukrainian troops.

Nuclear Escalation Would Be Disastrous for Russia

Lawrence J. Korb and Steve Cimbala argue why Russia would not be able to contain a nuclear war on Ukrainian territory.

A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy

The 2022 National Security Strategy introduces new ideas on navigating strategic competition with China and Russia, investing at home, and a renewed focus on the fight against climate change.

Reviving arms control, post-Ukraine: Why New START still matters

Larry Korb discusses the challenges of nuclear arms control and U.S.-Russia relations that may arise once there is a negotiated peace settlement with Ukraine.

Extremist US Politicians Are Aiding and Abetting Autocratic Hungarian Regime

The extreme right brazenly supports Hungarian efforts to impede U.S. and European Union allied interests, subverting policies that would ensure corporations pay their fair share and sanction Russia for its Ukraine invasion.

A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch

Russia’s re-invasion of Ukraine and democratic backsliding at home and abroad pose threats to the freedom and security of the United States, its allies, and its partners.

A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch – In Person Audience

Russia’s Nuclear Threat Inflation: Misguided and Dangerous

Lawrence J. Korb and Stephen Cimbala write about Russia's nuclear threat.

Opportunities and Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean: Examining U.S. Interests and Regional Cooperation

Alan Makovsky, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, provided testimony on March 31, 2022, before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on the United States’ involvement in the Eastern Mediterranean amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.

The best solution to high gas prices: tax the oil companies

Patrick Gaspard discusses why Congress should enact a temporary windfall profits tax on Big Oil to ensure these companies are not profiting from Russian's war in Ukraine.

As Energy Prices Skyrocket, Congress Must Return the Oil and Gas Industry’s Windfall Profits to the American People

Congress should enact a temporary tax on windfall profits from the oil and gas companies that are raking in record profits at a time of crisis-level energy prices.

Seeking Accountability and Justice for Crimes Committed in Ukraine

The international community’s message must be clear: Russia’s acts of aggression and any human rights violations against the Ukrainian people will not go unpunished.