In early September, Russian President Vladimir Putin spelled out his intention to punish Europe for resisting Russia’s assault on the world order and supporting Ukraine louder and clearer than ever before. Speaking at the high session of an economic forum in Vladivostok, Russia, Putin asserted that the confrontation in Ukraine has reinforced Russia’s sovereignty, so...
Putin has unsheathed his energy weapon too early – and too late
By Pavel K. Baev / Eurasia Daily Monitor6 Mins Read