Cowering to a Killer: The West’s Collapse Before a Soulless Orc
The next war will not be a trench fight. It will be swarms of AI-operated drones turning the sky black. And the West will not be prepared without Ukraine’s help.
Putin’s Strategy: Escalation in Lieu of Negotiation
While Trump tries to dictate terms of a ceasefire and Western leaders contemplate a sanctions game plan, the Russian autocrat continues his devastating aggression against the Ukrainian people.
Istanbul Deception: Kremlin’s Peace Talks’ Trap – What West Must Do About It
Last week’s “peace talks” amply demonstrated that any thoughts that the Kremlin was serious about peace are simply a waste of time for both Ukraine and the West.
Forward Together in Support of Ukraine?
Discussions at recent Estonian security conference highlighted that many attendees want to overcome disappointment about levels of Western support for Ukraine and move on.
From Here to Absurdity?
Where do things stand after a flurry of diplomatic activity following last week’s Istanbul debacle and as we await Trump’s phone call to Putin.
Putin Is a ‘No Show’ in Istanbul
Putin answered Trump’s question concerning whether or not a deal was possible – no. The question now is – what does “proceed accordingly” mean?
History of the Present (5 Days Ending May 14, 2025)
Recent turmoil across the world does not bode well for liberal ideals. We appear to be on the cusp of a new world order that looks more like chaos than the old one.
We Used to Be With the Justice League of America
Despite America’s faults, generations grew up believing the United States to be on the side of good. Now a pall of moral apathy has settled over the nation.
Understanding China
China is the most important country in the world for Russia’s war machine. Beijing is playing a subtle game of geopolitics, but Zelensky has thus far been able to keep up.
Time to Up the Ante on Russia
After four months of attempted negotiations, Russia’s ceasefire violations and peace talk snubs point to a clear disinterest in stopping its invasion of Ukraine. It’s now time to tighten the screws.
Back to Business as Usual With Russia?
International business might be expected to quickly go back to business as usual with Russia if the US moves to ease sanctions. Or perhaps not.
What to Do About Fico and Vučić in Moscow
The leaders of Slovakia and Serbia both went to Moscow to celebrate Victory Day with Putin – despite EU warnings not to. How can Brussels discourage further collaboration?
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
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