Russia Looks to China, but Wants to Return to Europe There is no alternative to European cooperation for Russia, argues professor Vyatsyeslav Morozov. Even if the Chinese influence is likely to increase, Russia prefers a pro-European course in the longer run. Last weekend’s exchange of prisoners with the Ukraine may be the beginning of the end of the sanctions regime.
Police Chief Hætta: - Annexation of the Crimea A Necessity for Russia NATO’s expansion plans and Putin’s power considerations made the annexation of the Crimea a necessity for Russia, says Finnmark County Police Chief Ellen Katrine Hætta.