The Wages of Appeasement
They make a disaster and call it peace.
Ukraine: Now What?
Expert opinions on the situation and the ramifications of Trump’s possible withdrawal of support.
Ukraine – Silver Lining to Ambush in Oval Office Saloon
Six reasons why the Oval Office ambush was a good thing
Fold, Call or Raise: Zelensky’s Options After Trump Cards Dealt
The Ukrainian president is caught between a rock and a hard place. With an admittedly weak hand, he needs to assess all possible outcomes before proceeding boldly.
‘My Friends’ Enemy is Now My Friend’ – Part 1
In just over a month Trump and his team – a kakistocracy if ever there was one – have introduced chaos in international foreign and security policy at a level never previously experienced.
5 Reasons Why Giving Up on Ukraine Would Be Biggest US Strategic Mistake
Trump’s desire to bring peace to Ukraine quickly but in his haste for a speedy resolution the fear is Russia will avoid being held responsible for starting it and all that it did in pursuing it.
Peace? Not Yet. And Here’s Why
The Trump administration’s approach to peace negotiations is based not only on a patently wrong assessment of the situation, but also on a disingenuous motivation.
An Open Letter to Mr. Waltz and Mr. Rubio
Respectfully submitted on the third anniversary of the Russian full-scale invasion and launch of the largest land war since World War II
The White House Version of Tombstone’s O.K. Corral
Faced with the mocking of his wartime attire to the pressure of signing a minerals deal absent of security guarantees, Zelensky exited Friday’s verbal shootout upholding a Ukraine First position.
Olha Kharlan: the Woman With the Golden Saber
One of the world’s greatest fencers, Olympic gold medalist Olha Kharlan gained worldwide attention when she refused to shake her Russian opponent’s hand.
If the US Fails to Stand With Ukraine, Who Does It Stand With?
The appalling treatment of Ukraine’s president in the White House risks fracturing the moral fiber of high office that would make the blood of past US presidents run cold.
What Next for Ukraine?
In the wake of Friday’s Oval Office wrangle, the stakes for Ukraine could hardly be higher as several possible future scenarios are now emerging.

