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World Disorder in the New Year World Disorder in the New Year

Civil, terrorist, and trade wars are now destabilizing the international order, abetted by the US-Russian Cold War.

Jan 6, 2016 / Stephen F. Cohen

Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Russian officials.

Uncle Sam Got a Shiny New Propaganda Bullhorn for Christmas Uncle Sam Got a Shiny New Propaganda Bullhorn for Christmas

A new partnership is turning Radio Free Europe into an anti-Russia propaganda machine.

Jan 6, 2016 / James Carden

Where to Invade Next

Michael Moore Has a Plan to Make America Great Again Michael Moore Has a Plan to Make America Great Again

A necessary antidote to buffoonery and cynicism.

Jan 4, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

December 26, 1991: The Soviet Union Dissolves

December 26, 1991: The Soviet Union Dissolves December 26, 1991: The Soviet Union Dissolves

“However cruelly it developed, the union of peoples from Minsk to Vladivostok had the potential to improve the lives and realize the dreams of millions.”

Dec 26, 2015 / Richard Kreitner

The Post-1991 World Order Is Crumbling—When Will the US Adjust?

The Post-1991 World Order Is Crumbling—When Will the US Adjust? The Post-1991 World Order Is Crumbling—When Will the US Adjust?

Despite transformational events from Ukraine and the European Union to the Middle East, Washington refuses to re-think anything.

Dec 23, 2015 / Stephen F. Cohen

FIFA President Sepp Blatter pauses during a news conference at FIFA headquarters.

Sepp Blatter Is Suspended for Eight Years, Compares Self to Mandela Sepp Blatter Is Suspended for Eight Years, Compares Self to Mandela

FIFA’s chief has been suspended for eight years, but the drama is just beginning.

Dec 21, 2015 / Dave Zirin

The Inside Story of Syriza’s Struggle to Save Greece

The Inside Story of Syriza’s Struggle to Save Greece The Inside Story of Syriza’s Struggle to Save Greece

Exclusive interviews with the party’s top players shed light on the eurozone showdown.

Dec 18, 2015 / Paul Mason

Kerry’s Mission to Moscow

Kerry’s Mission to Moscow Kerry’s Mission to Moscow

After meeting with Putin, the secretary of state calls for a new US-Russian partnership—but can he enact it?

Dec 16, 2015 / Stephen F. Cohen

The New Nuclear Arms Race

The New Nuclear Arms Race The New Nuclear Arms Race

Former Clinton Defense Secretary offers dire warning. 

Dec 15, 2015 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

The Ukrainian Crisis: It’s Not All Putin’s Fault

The Ukrainian Crisis: It’s Not All Putin’s Fault The Ukrainian Crisis: It’s Not All Putin’s Fault

Here are the four US policies that have most offended Russia.

Dec 14, 2015 / Stephen F. Cohen

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