Self-Deterrence in Ukraine Will Trigger What We Think We’re Preventing
From the failings of NATO to the West’s hypocrisy, naivety and actions that shore up Russia, the West’s ingrained stance of self-deterrence magnifies the egregiousness of its folly.
Fake Shahed Putin Plays His Last Scoundrel Card – Trump
The free world need to act now to stop tottering Putin getting his way via Donald Trump
Why Britain Supports Ukraine
Support for Ukraine and its freedom is not a partisan issue.
Trump's Ignorance and Malice, Biden's Squandered Opportunity
Looking Back on the Big Debate: Biden’s Team Should Do Better
Kaja Kallas – Unlocking a New Era of Courageous European Policy Towards Russia
Europe’s new High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy brings a much-needed defiance, capturing the shared Baltic and Eastern European memory of the danger of the Russian threat.
NAFO Claims Another High-Profile Victim
The information war with Russia has demonstrated what a powerful weapon ridicule can be against a Moscow bent on undermining Western aid to Ukraine.
US Democrats Can Still Replace Biden with a Candidate who Can Beat Trump
Not knowing your Candidates until the Convention is Positively American. It can even be the smart move--Think Eisenhower in 1952 or Kennedy in 1960
Putin’s Strategic Pacts: Ukraine’s Newest Challenge
As Russia tries to forge deeper alliances with North Korea and Vietnam, its relationship with China might feel some strain. Ukraine’s partners could take advantage of the strain in the short term.
EURO 2024: Ukraine Bows Out in Stuttgart
Despite a hard-fought match against Belgium, a draw was not enough for Ukraine to progress to the knockout stages in this year’s competition.
Why NATO Should Send Non-Combat Boots on the Ground and What They Could Learn
NATO’s advantage against a potential Russian attempt to undermine Europe is only on paper. Ukraine provides an opportunity to learn what is necessary for it to survive.
Is Meeting the NATO Two Percent Guideline a Sign of Strategic Appreciation?
A record number of NATO nations are hitting the Western alliance’s defense spending target: Now, a proper understanding of the strategic environment is key to assessing the significance of this.
UK Election Manifestos and Ukraine
The Conservatives provide a detailed and robust plan, Labour offers vague assurances, and the Liberal Democrats fall short in specifics.
OPINION: The Trojan Horse Has Arrived: How Russia Can Disrupt NATO Without Invading
Russia’s next test of NATO may begin inside the Baltics
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