Hang Together on Ukraine, or China Will Hang Us Separately
Western policy on China mostly misunderstands the regime and its thinking. We cannot dictate Beijing’s approach, but we can heavily influence it.
Washington Needs to Fight Russia’s Information War Using This Tactic
The US should turn Moscow’s 'reflexive control' tactic against the Kremlin: Instead of selling the American Dream, Washington should show Russians 'the Russian dream.'
Russia Getting Beaten by Hackers
The month of April was disastrous for Russia not only on the eastern front in Ukraine, but also on the cyber-front.
Is the Ukrainian Language Another Battleground for Russia’s War Against Ukraine?
Ukrainian national identity is exemplified by its language, which for centuries has been the target of Russian demagogues. Putin is just the latest example.
The Building Blocks of Victory
There’s a lot of talk about “victory,” which begs the question of what “victory” might mean. Ultimately, genuine victory will come when Russia vanquishes itself.
Energy and Power
Russia’s war on Ukraine confirms that too much explosive potential in the hands of one man is a formula for disaster. We need to address the quandary of nuclear weapons and unpredictable power.
It’s About the Pax Americana, Stupid!
Pessimistic think-tankers have been consistently wrong when it comes to Ukraine. To make matters worse, many of them seem to be wilfully ignorant of what’s at stake.
Putin’s Army Is Running on Empty
‘The cost in lives, on the Russian side of the equation, is unprecedented, and yet Putin and his generals continue to feed Russian soldiers into the Ukrainian ‘meat grinder.’
Periscope
The Chief Editor's periscope is up again, surveying the scene.
A Deal With Russia? It Can Only Bring Disaster
Wars end with agreements, we are repeatedly told. But they also need goodwill and a desire to settle, which Russia lacks.
Defending the Digital Front
With so many cyberattacks coming from all angles, a rigorous defense policy and “cyber hygiene” have become crucial for businesses, organizations and individuals.
Put in Context: Lula’s Calls for a Negotiated Settlement in Ukraine
The Brazilian president has upset Ukrainians by suggesting Kyiv should start negotiating – even as Moscow ravages their territory. The timing of Lula’s comments reveals his opportunistic streak.
With Putin’s war of aggression approaching its third anniversary, the financial, technological, and demographic hurdles facing the Russian economy are more severe than is commonly understood.
Oct. 5