Russia

Autocrats and counterfeit democrats have perfected the art of rigging polls to stay in power — without breaking any laws.

As left-wing parties have collapsed, the sole option remaining for voters is conservatism or right-wing populism.

In an interview with Foreign Policy, Jens Stoltenberg cautioned against a new arms race with Russia.

The economics of a major oil deal seemed to make sense. But when energy companies are arms of the state, economics aren't the only factor.

The more Israel’s prime minister escalates tensions, the more his popularity grows.

Trump's actions may ultimately weaken the strength of sanctions as a tool of U.S. statecraft.

Trump walks away from the nuclear deal, but big Asian buyers are likely to keep snapping up Iranian crude.

It may not be a White House priority. But rising sea levels are critical to the service’s operations.

Encouraging a coup in Caracas will give Russia and China a foothold in the United States’ backyard.

Beijing has big plans for its own Polar Silk Road.

Moscow and Riyadh are conspiring to rig global oil markets against the United States.

FP’s April magazine: “The End of Human Rights” tackled issues from the Amazon to Vladivostok. On today’s E.R. episode, we talk to two contributors.