Editor's Note: In light of the public absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Stratfor is republishing links to these foundational pieces on the geopolitics of Russia and the tumultuous struggle for power. 

Russia After Putin: Inherent Leadership Struggles

This three-part series examines Putin's rise, his legacy and the effects of his departure on the Kremlin. Part 1 revisits Putin's ascension to power; Part 2 looks at Russia's demographics, energy sector and Putin's political changes; and Part 3 explores whether the political systems Putin has built can survive after him.

The Geopolitics of Russia: Permanent Struggle

Taken from Stratfor's essential archive of geopolitical studies, this expansive monograph lays out the factors and forces that shaped modern Russia and continue to influence its people, politicians and policies in current times. 

A Chronology of Russia from Yeltsin's Fall Through Putin's Rise

In anticipation of historic change, this chronology includes a number of past forecasts examining Russia’s geopolitical evolution in the context of global events.