Tag: Russia

"Blanket sanctions against the Russian economy are having an effect," notes Robert Reich. "But the burden has fallen mostly on ordinary Russians, many of whom have already suffered from Putin's brutal regime."

“It’s the first time I’ve ever seen what I might call a disinformation false-flag operation. It’s like Russians actually pretending to be Ukrainians spreading disinformation.”

Their personalities and very different strengths and weaknesses will determine their fate and final standing.

Wars can end with diplomacy and good faith.

Ukraine, Taiwan, and other flashpoints in a new age of geopolitics

"Putin's invasion is yet another example of the many conflicts fueled by oil and gas across the world."

There has been mounting evidence that nonviolent resistance is more effective than violent resistance, even against despots.

In response to Putin's invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. needs to pivot to renewables.

Whom will Russians blame for economic pain?

Will a war in Europe make more people wake up to the real costs of militarism, even when they are asked to sacrifice themselves, loved ones or fellow citizens by their own leaders in the name of patriotism?