How Putin has shrugged off unprecedented economic sanctions over Russia’s war in Ukraine

Many view the Ukraine war as a result of great power rivalry and do not blame Russia. India and China are buying even more Russian oil and gas. But for now at least, I believe that it’s clear the sanctions have not weakened Putin’s grip on power, nor his resolve – and capacity – to continue waging the war on Ukraine, writes Peter Rutland.

By Peter Rutland

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Why Biden’s threat to slap Russia with more sanctions is unlikely to deter Putin in Ukraine

The Biden administration is threatening harsh, “high impact” sanctions against Russia if it invades Ukraine. Policymakers claim that sanctions are an effective means of achieving policy goals. But is that true? Are new measures against Moscow likely to be successful?

By David Cortright

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