Among the various historical precedents for the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Winter War of 1939-40 between the Soviet Union and Finland is perhaps the most noteworthy.
Category: Political issues
Friendless at the UN
The UN general assembly leaves Russia in no doubt about the world's view on the invasion of Ukraine. A lot has changed in eight years.
The friends of Mr Putin
Peace in Ukraine may depend on Vladimir Putin's friends telling him to back down. It turns out, however, that he doesn't have a lot of friends left.
Looking back on neoliberalism
Is the "neoliberal" era ending, and was there ever such a thing to start with?
Putin blinks?
Russia moves towards annexation of the rebel-controlled Donbas. It's a gross violation of international law, but it's probably also a step away from the threat of full-scale war.
Death of a humorist
P.J. O'Rourke leaves behind a wonderful body of work but also an ambiguous moral legacy.
Mauritius stakes a claim
Mauritius highlights its territorial dispute with the UK, and a BBC report showcases the virtues of a free press.
February election roundup
Your monthly update of electoral news around the world: features Costa Rica, Australia, Spain and Switzerland.
War for Donbas?
The drums of war in Ukraine beat perhaps a little more softly this week. But could Russia be planning a limited operation in eastern Ukraine?
More trouble on the German right
As its support declines, Germany's far-right party loses its last advocate of a (relatively) moderate approach.
The World is Not Enough 