Vladimir Putin | The Minsk Pies

Paul Hansbury

2 days ago8 min read

ON BETRAYAL AND HOPE: UKRAINE'S FUTURE

Many think a betrayal is coming. Ever the contrarian, I offer three reasons why the US and its allies might not abandon Ukraine under Trump.

Paul Hansbury

Nov 16 min read

THE DICTATORS' BUSINESS

Anne Applebaum's latest book offers a breezy tour of Dictatorland. And it's a chilling read.

Paul Hansbury

Jun 217 min read

FAR FROM PEACE

From Putin's phoney peace offer to his meeting with Kim Jong-Un, there is little cause for optimism. But you can often see what you want.

Paul Hansbury

Jun 44 min read

WAR WHISPERS

Is Russia still advancing in Ukraine? Vladimir Putin has been busy but don't believe everything you hear.

Paul Hansbury

Apr 27 min read

THE BRUTALISATION OF RUSSIA

A few remarks on last month's terrorist attack in Moscow. The treatment of the four suspects is part of the brutalisation of Russia.

Paul Hansbury

Mar 246 min read

RUSSIA VOTES

Russia's election had added significance against the backdrop of war. But why does Russia bother with such an obviously undemocratic vote?

Paul Hansbury

Mar 56 min read

PUTIN TALKS... AND TALKS

Vladimir Putin, warning NATO against deploying troops to Ukraine, says Russia is prepared for nuclear war. Is NATO ready?

Paul Hansbury

Jan 35 min read

PARSING JUDGEMENT #2: RIGHTS AND WRONGS IN RUSSIA POLICY

Thomas Graham's new book on the United States' Russia policy will rile many readers, but it's a well-informed appraisal. Here's my review.

Paul Hansbury

Dec 21, 20235 min read

OUTLOOK FOR THE WAR IN UKRAINE IN 2024

Vladimir Putin appears confident the war in Ukraine is turning in his favour: he could yet be hoisted with his own petard, however.