Russia's Internal Struggle

Preserving the nuclear arms treaty will give Biden space to crack down on Moscow’s antagonistic behavior in other areas.

The Kremlin’s moves against the opposition leader demonstrate its resolve to further restrict what little space remains for public criticism in Russia.

The U.S. Capitol siege has revealed the extent of polarization Moscow can exploit to increase its influence and undermine Western democracies.

Internal disputes among the world’s oil producers next year could leave the global market oversupplied and prices relatively low.

As statements of support or caution begin to emerge, Stratfor analyzes countries’ initial responses and their likely reactions to the final outcome.

Moscow's efforts to limit the powers of future presidents, including a new push to strengthen the State Council, could expose Putin to potential challenges in upcoming elections.

Without a sustainable solution from Moscow, a lack of rainfall and access to fresh water resources will increasingly threaten Crimea's industrial and agricultural consumption.

Preliminary results of Russia’s constitutional referendum suggest the amendments will be passed easily, thus setting the Kremlin on a course to prepare its political system for a future without Putin.