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Ukraine
OPINION: Ukrainians and Jews United in Their Parallel Pain and Noble Purpose
If we look at history, we see that Hamas could have chosen the Ukrainian way of the hard work of reconciliation with Jews, but instead chose the easy path of murder and mayhem.
Oct. 12, 2023
OPINION: Navigating the Shifting Sands: A Ukrainian Refugee's Tale from Amsterdam
The experience of one Ukrainian refugee woman and single mother trying to build a new temporary life in the Netherlands
Oct. 7, 2023
Putin
OPINION: Russia’s Opposition in Exile Must Speak Out
For generations, Russians have had to leave their country to escape political repression, and many have built opposition movements abroad. Where are their voices today?
Oct. 4, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: To the Last Ukrainian — What We’ve Learned from Kyiv’s Counter-Offensive
Taking stock of Ukraine’s Counter-Offensive.
Oct. 1, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Is CIA Director Bill Burns Helping Ukraine to Win or Blocking It?
There have been worrying signs of collusion between some very senior US officials and the Kremlin on handling Ukraine and an investigation may be warranted.
Sept. 16, 2023
Putin
OPINION: North Korean Support Will Only Extend Putin’s War Against Ukraine
Putin and Kim Jong-un are following in the footsteps of Hitler and Mussolini and, as then, need to be stopped now, sooner rather than later.
Sept. 10, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Timothy Snyder – The State of the War: Thoughts From Kyiv
The renowned US historian and analyst Tim Snyder has just visited Ukraine again and shared his preliminary reflections on his blog.
Sept. 10, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Not Inviting Ukraine to G20 Is a Lost Cause Célèbre
Ukraine at the G20 summit in New Delhi would have added to India’s diplomatic momentum. But it will not happen. Here is why.
Sept. 7, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Quiet Roads and Ideas of Heroism
A recent journey from Kyiv to the Odesa region brings home some of the realities of Ukraine’s war that have not featured in the world’s headlines.
Sept. 7, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Be Calm and Trust in Ukraine’s Armed Forces
Why we should not waver in our support for Ukraine and remain confident in its eventual victory.
Sept. 3, 2023
War in Ukraine
'Days When President Told Courts What to Do Long Past' - Head of Ukraine’s Supreme Court
Now four months into the role, Ukraine's Supreme Court Chief Justice Stanislav Kravchenko says the judicial system is making real strides – but still faces challenges from war and corruption.
Sept. 2, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Why One of Ukraine’s Shadiest Political Operators Has Eluded Sanctions
Andriy Portnov, former head of the Main Directorate for the Judicial System under the ousted president Viktor Yanukovych, left Ukraine last year. But rumors about his continued influence persist.
Aug. 27, 2023
Putin
OPINION: Prigozhin - How Obvious Was That?
The killing of Prigozhin by the vengeful Kremlin mafia boss was expected sooner rather than later, but what are the implications of this latest manifestation of his ruthlessness.
Aug. 24, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine's Counter-Offensive: Setting Expectations
As Ukrainian forces continue to make slow but sure progress in their counter-offensive, a leading British military specialist places matters in perspective.
Aug. 20, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: The Need for Restricted Geozones in Ukraine’s Rear
Western and other interested governments should enforce no-fly zones over Ukrainian objects of strategic interest to their countries.
Aug. 19, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Failed Coup in Moscow Precipitated Ukraine’s Declaration of Independence
Ironically, a botched attempt by Moscow hardliners 32 years ago to preserve the faltering Soviet empire enabled Ukraine finally to break free and declare independence.
Aug. 19, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukrainians and Jews United in Their Parallel Pain and Noble Purpose
If we look at history, we see that Hamas could have chosen the Ukrainian way of the hard work of reconciliation with Jews, but instead chose the easy path of murder and mayhem.
Oct. 12, 2023
OPINION: Navigating the Shifting Sands: A Ukrainian Refugee's Tale from Amsterdam
The experience of one Ukrainian refugee woman and single mother trying to build a new temporary life in the Netherlands
Oct. 7, 2023
Putin
OPINION: Russia’s Opposition in Exile Must Speak Out
For generations, Russians have had to leave their country to escape political repression, and many have built opposition movements abroad. Where are their voices today?
Oct. 4, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: To the Last Ukrainian — What We’ve Learned from Kyiv’s Counter-Offensive
Taking stock of Ukraine’s Counter-Offensive.
Oct. 1, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Is CIA Director Bill Burns Helping Ukraine to Win or Blocking It?
There have been worrying signs of collusion between some very senior US officials and the Kremlin on handling Ukraine and an investigation may be warranted.
Sept. 16, 2023
Putin
OPINION: North Korean Support Will Only Extend Putin’s War Against Ukraine
Putin and Kim Jong-un are following in the footsteps of Hitler and Mussolini and, as then, need to be stopped now, sooner rather than later.
Sept. 10, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Timothy Snyder – The State of the War: Thoughts From Kyiv
The renowned US historian and analyst Tim Snyder has just visited Ukraine again and shared his preliminary reflections on his blog.
Sept. 10, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Not Inviting Ukraine to G20 Is a Lost Cause Célèbre
Ukraine at the G20 summit in New Delhi would have added to India’s diplomatic momentum. But it will not happen. Here is why.
Sept. 7, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Quiet Roads and Ideas of Heroism
A recent journey from Kyiv to the Odesa region brings home some of the realities of Ukraine’s war that have not featured in the world’s headlines.
Sept. 7, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Be Calm and Trust in Ukraine’s Armed Forces
Why we should not waver in our support for Ukraine and remain confident in its eventual victory.
Sept. 3, 2023
War in Ukraine
'Days When President Told Courts What to Do Long Past' - Head of Ukraine’s Supreme Court
Now four months into the role, Ukraine's Supreme Court Chief Justice Stanislav Kravchenko says the judicial system is making real strides – but still faces challenges from war and corruption.
Sept. 2, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Why One of Ukraine’s Shadiest Political Operators Has Eluded Sanctions
Andriy Portnov, former head of the Main Directorate for the Judicial System under the ousted president Viktor Yanukovych, left Ukraine last year. But rumors about his continued influence persist.
Aug. 27, 2023
Putin
OPINION: Prigozhin - How Obvious Was That?
The killing of Prigozhin by the vengeful Kremlin mafia boss was expected sooner rather than later, but what are the implications of this latest manifestation of his ruthlessness.
Aug. 24, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine's Counter-Offensive: Setting Expectations
As Ukrainian forces continue to make slow but sure progress in their counter-offensive, a leading British military specialist places matters in perspective.
Aug. 20, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: The Need for Restricted Geozones in Ukraine’s Rear
Western and other interested governments should enforce no-fly zones over Ukrainian objects of strategic interest to their countries.
Aug. 19, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Failed Coup in Moscow Precipitated Ukraine’s Declaration of Independence
Ironically, a botched attempt by Moscow hardliners 32 years ago to preserve the faltering Soviet empire enabled Ukraine finally to break free and declare independence.
Aug. 19, 2023
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