Russia’s War in Ukraine
Military news, global diplomacy, negotiations, and sanctions.
Vladimir Putin Is Much Weaker Than You Think
Used to outwitting his enemies, the Russian leader is running out of room for maneuver. 
The War That Cracked the Postwar Order Illusion
Conflict in Ukraine has shattered the myths sustaining the Western coalition.
U.S. War in Iran Leaves Ukraine’s Air Defense in Limbo
Ukraine and its partners are holding their breath to see what’s next for Patriot air defense missile deliveries.
Russia’s War Boom Masks an Economic Implosion
Record-low unemployment is the result of millions of missing workers.
Russia’s Sanctions-Busting Cryptocurrency Empire
A Kremlin-backed fintech company is linked to massive trade in dual-use goods.
Why Ukraine Is Still Standing
Civic resistance underpins the country’s defense—and its democracy, too.
Battlefield Strategy
Pressed by Russian Drones, Ukraine Turns to Ground Robots
While mostly used for logistics, Ukraine is increasingly using them for combat operations.
Four Years of War in Europe
Eight thinkers on the lasting impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine’s Success Still Needs Troops More Than Robots
Kyiv is struggling with skepticism of conscription fueled by Russian propaganda.
The Age of Asymmetric Warfare Is Here, and the West Is Not Ready
Ukraine has much to teach the United States about drone defense.
Wartime Diplomacy
Ukraine Can Only Rely on Itself
In any peace deal with Russia, security guarantees from outsiders won't guarantee much.
The Ghost of Finlandization Is Haunting the Ukraine Debate
A 1944 armistice that traded land for peace is a poor precedent for ending Russia’s war.
Ukraine’s New U.S. Ambassador Previews Her Pragmatic Approach to Washington
“I am Ukrainian, right? I’m not a Democrat or Republican.”
Europe Is Racing the Clock to Tap Russia’s Frozen Assets
Brussels is trying to convince holdouts to support a novel plan to use billions of Moscow’s money to aid Ukraine.
Regional Dynamics
A Russia-NATO War Would Look Nothing Like Ukraine
Moscow will seek to avoid a full-on war and focus on breaking the bloc’s resolve.
To Deter Russia, Europe Needs Ukraine
A Ukraine-Baltics defense pact would bring Kyiv into Europe’s security architecture.
Anchors Away
Finland’s failure to convict Russian crew clears the way for more cable-cutting attacks.
The China-Russia Axis Is Getting Firmer, and It’s Built on Gas
Moscow pivoted to the east a decade ago, but it is now besmitten—or captive.
Latest Stories
Don’t Fall for Rumors of Putin’s Weakness
Claims of cracks in the regime overlook the Russian leader’s mastery of dictatorship.
How Ukraine Benefited From Trump’s Iran War
Countries are lining up for military deals with Kyiv.
Cracks Spread Through Putin’s Power Structure
War setbacks, protests, and internet shutdowns expose the limits of Kremlin control.
In Putin’s Russia, Resistance Is Lonely
This year’s Oscar winner for best documentary offers an intimate view of Russia’s descent into fascism.
Keeping Kyiv Warm Under Fire
As Russian strikes batter the grid, a corruption scandal deepens Ukraine’s winter crisis.
Ukraine and the Paradox of National Conservatism
Why have defenders of national identity and sovereignty not embraced Kyiv’s cause?
But Seriously, What if Russia Wins?
What a popular new work of speculative political science gets right about Russia, Ukraine, and NATO.
Ukraine’s Strikes on Russian Energy Have Two Targets
Targeting oil infrastructure that recalcitrant Hungary relies on lets Kyiv hit two birds with one drone.
What Russia Really Thinks About Trump
The U.S. president believes Russia “respects” him, but Kremlin-controlled media have turned him into a joke.
U.S. Warned Ukraine Not to Strike American Investments in Russia
Kyiv’s ambassador to Washington said a Ukrainian attack on Novorossiysk triggered the reprimand.
Russia ‘Not Serious’ About Peace Deal, Lindsey Graham Says
The Republican senator’s comments contradict U.S. President Donald Trump’s position on Russia.
Can Ukraine Kill Its Way to Victory?
Increased losses could strain Russia’s military, but Ukraine faces steep hurdles.
Why Trade Deals With Russia Won’t Bring Peace
“Here we are once again, thinking that business can transform political relationships,” said one formerly Moscow-based risk analyst.
Russia Sees the Former Soviet Union as a ‘Fiefdom,’ Moldova’s Foreign Minister Says
The foreign minister also said if anyone can bring peace to the region, it’s U.S. President Donald Trump.
Putin Has Already Won
He’s exposed fatal divisions in the “West” even as Russians still back his Ukraine invasion.
Russia’s Blackout Warfare Needs a U.S. Counter
Deterring Moscow’s assault on Ukraine’s energy will pay off across Europe.