Eurasia/Russia

Russian’s White Paper on WMD Nonproliferation

A detailed overview of Russia’s nonproliferation policy and initiatives.

Soviet anti-plague scientists wearing special suits for protection against the plague bacilli (archival photo).

The Soviet Anti-Plague System

History of the Soviet anti-plague system, covering the period from the late 19th century onwards, including its accomplishments, organization, work programs, and responsibilities.

The Prospects of Russian Mediation of the Iranian Nuclear Crisis

Attempts, constraints and prospects of Russia’s policy.

The Future of Russia’s Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Force Clarified

New land mobility systems could require an amendment to the Start I treaty.

The Global Partnership and Submarine Dismantlement

The state of dismantlement efforts and recommendations.

Military Exercises in Russia

Naval deterrence failures are compensated by strategic rocket success.

“Suitcase Nukes:” Permanently Lost Luggage

Nikolai Sokov February 13, 2004 View “Suitcase Nukes:” A Reassessment On February 8, a London-based Arab newspaper, Al-Hayat, reported that in 1998, in Kandahar, Afghanistan, al-Qaeda had bought nuclear weapons from Ukraine using the services of a Ukrainian scientist, whose first name was Viktor. Multiple news sources immediately linked this story to the 1997 statement by […]

Russian Submarine Dismantlement Issues

Assistance needs to be coordinated to avoid duplicating, delaying or missing tasks.

The Moscow Theater Hostage Crisis: Incapacitants and Chemical Warfare

Russian special police use incapacitating gas to stop Chechen terrorists.

Russian Floating Nuclear Reactors, www.antiatom.ru with permission

Russian Floating Nuclear Reactors – Proliferation Risks

Construction of Russia’s first floating nuclear power plants is moving ahead.