Paying Homage to My Friend and All Ukrainian Heroes
‘Today, through the story of one man’s courage, I can talk about all those whose sacrifice is made for us all,’ writes Anna Neplii
Why Ukraine Should Be a Member of NATO
It makes sense to a victorious Ukraine into NATO and the EU to prevent future Russian aggression and to send a clear message to China.
Beyond Bakhmut – Ukraine’s Next Step
The days of waiting for the next Russian assault in Bakhmut may be coming to an end as Ukrainian forces prepare their own counter offensive to drive Putin out of Ukraine.
Will Hubris and Sycophancy Lead to Russia’s Ultimate Defeat?
A leading UK think tank reports that Putin ignored advice to hold off his invasion until the summer of 2022, a decision that could ultimately lead to Russia’s defeat, writes Steve Brown.
Finding the Individual in War
In the maelstrom of the war, with its tendency to engulf, where does the individual find their significance? Can a bit of imagination help us overcome the overwhelming?
The IMF Is Back
The IMF and Kyiv have reached an agreement for a $15.6 billion plan over four years – despite the ongoing war. What special conditions will Ukraine have to meet to make it happen?
Corruption or Legal Dysfunction?
The logic underlying the various legal systems in democratic countries tends to be similar. Yet Ukraine’s use of necessary anti-corruption organs has this former prosecutor scratching his head.
Russia’s Spin Doctors Deserve to Be Tried at a Genocide Tribunal
A theoretically and juridically sound methodology exposing the Russian government's genocidal intent - and its incitement to commit genocide - is urgently needed.
Russia’s Path to Renewed Legitimacy: More Dominoes than Chess
It is not difficult to see how Russia is trying to exploit American weakness and bring largely ignored countries to its side. A more real-world approach would disrupt Moscow’s plans.
Phoenix of Ukrainian Culture Rising in London
Prestigious London Galleries will display the works by uniquely individualistic contemporary artists displaying the art of a defiantly independent Ukraine.
Recovery of Ukraine – Analysis and Financing
The former Deputy Minister of Infrastructure (2016-2019) speaks out about funding sources for the post-victory rebuilding of the Ukrainian nation.
US to Retire 310 Aircraft – Does Ukraine Need Them?
The U.S. Air Force is planning to retire hundreds of aircraft through to 2024, including A-10 attack aircraft, F-22 and F-15 fighters, and MQ-9 Reaper reconnaissance and strike UAVs.
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