More drift on arms control; 
What makes Putin tick?
A new Black Sea naval base; 
Repurposing Russia's funds 

The view from Moscow;
Wagner back under control - and back in Ukraine?;
Russia plans for a long war; 
Moscow strengthens its ties to Tehran; 
Beefing up the ranks...again

Speculation surrounds Chechnya's strongman; 
A deepening gold trade with Abu Dhabi; 
The high cost of avoiding military service; 
More signs of long-term military planning; 
A fire sale in Crimea

Guarded optimism about Ukraine's counteroffensive;
A tacit ally in Hanoi; 
Moscow and Pyongyang: an "anti-imperial" alliance;
UK puts Wagner on terror list; 
Moscow wants a North African foothold 

Russia and North Korea: Official Comity...
...And Unofficial Friction; 
Election Season in Ukraine's Unoccupied East; 
Viktor Bout's Second Act