Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov

Russia sees no grounds for strategic or arms control talks with the U.S., Interfax reports

Russia’s foreign ministry currently sees no basis for resuming discussions on strategic stability and arms control with the United States, as reported by the Interfax news agency on Saturday, citing the deputy foreign minister of Russia. Sergei Ryabkov indicated that Moscow and Washington are communicating regarding Ukraine through confidential military and political channels, according to Interfax. He also expressed Russia’s willingness to consider proposals from … Continue reading Russia sees no grounds for strategic or arms control talks with the U.S., Interfax reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

What Putin seeks from the U.S. election

When Donald Trump secured the presidency in 2016, celebrations erupted in Moscow. Fast forward eight years, through two elections and a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the initial excitement has faded, replaced by a mix of disappointment and a sense of schadenfreude. While it may be commonly believed that the Kremlin longs for Trump’s return, the truth is that neither of the potential future presidents is … Continue reading What Putin seeks from the U.S. election

Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov

Sergei Ryabkov says conflict between Russia and the West is unprecedented in history

A senior Russian diplomat stated on Thursday that the ongoing conflict between Russia and the West regarding Ukraine is unprecedented in history, warning that any misstep could result in disaster. This comment was made in response to inquiries about parallels with the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. The war in Ukraine, which has persisted for two and a half years and is the largest land conflict … Continue reading Sergei Ryabkov says conflict between Russia and the West is unprecedented in history

Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov

Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with US, Sergei Ryabkov says

Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with the United States and has issued multiple warnings to Washington regarding the deteriorating state of relations, as stated by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov on Tuesday. The ongoing war in Ukraine, now in its second and a half year, has led to the most severe tensions between Russia and the West since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, … Continue reading Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with US, Sergei Ryabkov says

Ukraine War and Future of Europe

History has consistently unfolded in a nonlinear fashion, often catching humanity off guard with unforeseen developments. The current helplessness of Europe regarding the Ukraine conflict and the instability of technologically advanced nations serve as a stark reminder of this reality. In an attempt to escape the turmoil of the Ukraine war, Western powers sought to ignite a global conflict in the Middle East, yet this … Continue reading Ukraine War and Future of Europe