Dear Friends,

We are excited to present the latest issue of R.Politik Bulletin, No. 14 (144).
This will be our last bulletin before we go on vacation.
However, we will issue our Digest on July 29 before we leave.

In this edition:

Modi In Moscow.
We explore the geopolitical context involving the West and China, the timing of the visit, key topics on the Russian-Indian agenda, and potential energy deals. We also examine Modi’s stance on Ukraine and its implications for Russian objectives.

Theatre Trial Ends With Harsh Sentences.
The sentencing of Yevgenia Berkovich and Svetlana Petriychuk to six years shocked not only liberals but also a significant portion of the Russian ruling elite. We reveal the forces behind the case and the reasons for the severe sentences.

Long-Range Missiles In Germany.
We outline the Russian attitude to the US-German decision to deploy long-range weapons in Germany. We also list potential reciprocal measures and discuss when we might expect a new escalation attempt from the Kremlin.