Russia’s Afghan foray

Brian M Downing  Russia’s use of its military and security forces has historically not been known for economy of force or strategic subtlety. Injudicious invaders and troublesome satellites have been met with overwhelming force. However, in the decades after Joseph Stalin and his successors belatedly departed the scene, Russia has Read More …

Russia steps back into Afghanistan warily

Brian M Downing  Russia’s use of its military and security forces has historically not been known for economy of force or strategic subtlety.  Injudicious invaders and troublesome satellites have been met with overwhelming force.  However, in the decades after Stalin and his successors belatedly departed the scene, Russia has used Read More …