Putin’s Potemkin Red Square
Putin’s appearance at Moscow’s anemic Victory Day parade was a painful display of nostalgia stained by denial.
A Ukrainian Senate: The History of a Bicameral Ukraine
The obstacles to a Ukrainian upper house of parliament have an interesting history.
Myth That Has Lasted Too Long
Who protects whom: Europe, America, and the lessons of war from Ukraine
Why Canada and Ukraine Must Team Up on Defense Innovation
Why and how Ukraine and Canada should join forces and collaborate on defense innovation – and why now is the time to do so.
Back to the Future
We Ukrainians may win the war, but lose the peace if we select unworthy leaders. Now we have a second chance to rebuild our country on solid ground and not on slogans.
Russia’s Nazi Past: the Collaboration Putin Doesn’t Mention
What Russia conveniently chooses to forget on its Victory Day is the fact that Russia was allied with the Third Reich and more Russians collaborated with the Nazis than any other nationality.
Putin’s Waterloo
The embarrassment around Moscow’s Victory Day parade shows that a cataclysm looms for Vladimir Putin.
Unprecedented Wartime Decree: Kyiv Permits Moscow’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine’s temporary Red Square no-strike order turns Russia’s Victory Day parade into a symbol of Kyiv’s restraint and leverage.
The Ukrainian Dimension of Victory Day
Ukraine’s fight is not just about its present and future, but also about the need for an honest acknowledgment of its past.
Ukraine Is Becoming Europe's Industrial Defense Partner
A new model of security cooperation is taking shape, but Europe has not yet learned to scale and integrate it.
Why the Kremlin Failed to Scare Ukraine
Moscow’s threats ahead of the May 9 parade exposed not Russian strength, but growing concern over the security of its own capital and leadership.
Germany as Europe’s Leading Military Power
Chancellor Merz must ensure its strength is embedded in a European structure.
OPINION: The Bill for Crimea Comes Due for Putin
Crimea, a symbol of Putin neo-imperial project, has become the place that will bankrupt Putin’s political capital.
July 11, 2026