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Putin’s democratic opponents refuse to see that his regime, in its current form, can’t be brought down by elections or peaceful street protests — force or the threat of violence will be needed.

It’s important for Western countries to recognize that the broad-based Russian opposition is a crucial ally in the confrontation with the Putin regime.

In the spirit of self-criticism, we must admit we’re not being as effective as we would like in opposing Putin.

Is it a win for the West if Russia disappears? Be careful what you wish for.

It is naive to think that a dictator on the rampage will be brought into line through fluctuations in oil prices, rather than by Ukrainian military victory.

Putin has laid all his cards on the table — and we mustn’t be cowed by the bluster of a bully who knows he’s losing.

Stripping ordinary Russians of the ability to leave Russia will hinder rather than help.

Mikhail Khodorkovsky claims ‘armed resistance’ may play role, although critics say mass opposition unlikely