russia
Page 8
Floats your boat
The strategically key Bosphorus Strait has put Istanbul’s nerdy ship-spotters at the axis of shifting military tides.
Beware of the bear
The Nordic nations are increasingly wary of Russia. We head to Sweden to see how it is preparing to defend itself.
Diplomacy
The boom in embassy building in Canberra and the return of diplomatic relations in Libya. Plus: Nato’s man in Moscow bows out of his “kamikaze” job.
Playing with fire
Tired of western rhetoric and inspired by the autocracy of its neighbours, does Azerbaijan risk further isolation?
Securing the skies
With Donald Trump’s comments on Nato stoking fears of abandonment, the airbase at Ämari has become a crucial site for policing the Baltic states from above, guarding against an ambiguous Russia.
Brothers in arms
Canada may be seen as the perennial nice guy but its military are ready for a fight. We join them in Ukraine, where they are taking a stand against Russia.
Europe
The new UK prime minister’s walk on the wild side, plus election time – again – in Austria.
Defence
Norway’s sensitive border with Russia and materiel wealth in Botswana, Iran and Portugal.
Diplomacy
India’s ambassador in Kabul, Russia’s embassy in Cuba and Japan’s envoy in the Solomon Islands.
Tides of war
It’s all hands on deck as we find out why so many international altercations are happening at sea.
