Europe
Trouble in Russian economy means Putin really needs Alaska talks too
Mixed indicators signal wartime growth has plateaued
August 12, 2025
Mixed indicators signal wartime growth has plateaued
Not just a strategic agreement, they want to send a message that together, the two can end-run pariah status in the West
Moscow doubles down on defense spending at the risk of exacerbating fiscal problems at home
The bloc’s annual meeting in Russia this year welcomes new members pushing a wider mission
Joining the geopolitical block would allow Ankara access to non-EU/Western institutions, which makes Moscow happy