History Shows That Reality Will Eventually Catch Up to Putin
For all his despotic bravado, Putin has actually more reason to feel insecure than unassailable.
Accepting New Realities at Home and Abroad
Ukraine in the conditions of a protracted war and changes in the approaches of the US.
Zelensky’s Office: Time for a Reboot?
Zelensky must thread the needle carefully lest “hubris,” poor counsel, and scandal rob his presidency of the laurels it deserves.
As Russia’s Presidential Election Looms, Kremlin Machine Gears Up to Get Right Result
Vladimir Putin will undoubtedly be re-elected at the weekend. But for him, if the turnout and his share of the vote doesn’t improve on the 2018 result, it won’t be a “success.”
Forecasting the Future of Ukrainian and US Democracy
Pertinent insights from a stimulating discussion among US and Ukraine experts.
Pontiff’s White Flag Approach Is a Non-Starter
Pope Francis would do better to keep his ill-informed opinions about Ukraine to himself rather than playing the malign messenger who preaches bad Russian narratives of invincibility.
Why We Must Ban Russian Orthodox Church’s Activities in Ukraine
While Ukraine wants to stop the Russian Orthodox Church from carrying out Kremlin aims, it doesn't aim to mimic Moscow by cracking down on people’s religious freedom.
Polish-American Diaspora Actively Supports Ukraine
The Polish-American diaspora has been a major player in helping Ukraine since the beginning of the full-scale invasion by Russia.
After Navalny Part 2
Only a few thousand Russians paid their respects to martyred Alexei Navalny, and his family had difficulty getting a hearse, church, or cemetery to lay him to rest, the author writes.
Russian Assets in Poland Try to Undermine Relations With Ukraine
Polish farmers have legitimate reasons for protesting. But the source of prices remaining low is largely Russia, which tries to ensure Kyiv and Brussels get blamed.
From Ukraine to Lebanon, a Tale of Two Marias
On a fateful day in February 2022, I found myself self praying in two religions for two Marias in a world where narcissism and conflict cause immeasurable pain.
Beggars and Volunteers
As Russia's war against Ukraine rages on, professional beggars in the country continue their ways, while most of society pulls together to help each one another and the armed forces.
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
OPINION: What Russian Escalation Could Look Like
July 13, 2026
OPINION: Turkiye Helps Secure the NATO Loose Cannon
July 12, 2026