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Five Reasons Why Russian Forces Are Struggling in Ukraine
From logistics to shoddy information warfare, the invasion force has made many missteps, experts say.
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Here's Why a Ukraine No-Fly Zone's a No-Go
NATO officials say it’s off the table, but there could be a “nuanced option.”
Ideas
Where Are Russia’s Drones?
The Ukraine invasion offers scant evidence of the Russian military’s hard-won prowess with unmanned aircraft.
Science & Tech
Ukraine Braces for Sharper Russian Cyber Attacks
Kyiv recruits "IT Army," receives satellite terminals. But worse is to come, says Senate intel committee chair.
Science & Tech
Despite U.S.-Russia Tensions, the First All-Commercial Flight to ISS is Still On
An initial launch is set for late March, officials confirmed.
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Ukraine Offers to Pay Russians Who Surrender, While Pentagon Assesses Moscow’s Nuke Posture
As logistics woes slow Russian drive, Kyiv dangles 5-million-ruble payment.
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Can Ukraine Really Use Donated Fighter Jets? That Depends
After EU says it will send some aircraft to Ukraine, a retired U.S. fighter chief explains how that might work.
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What Just Happened With Putin’s Nuclear Forces? Here’s What Experts Say
Whatever it is, U.S. officials are calling it escalatory–but not “high alert.”
Policy
Germany Pledges Defense Spending Boost as EU Vows to Send Arms to Ukraine
Both developments are big changes.
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Putin Puts Nuke Forces on Higher Alert; Zelenskyy Agrees to Peace Talks
Ukrainian leader to meet Russian negotiators at Belarusan border as invasion enters 5th day.
Science & Tech
Moscow Retaliates as Online Giants Take Steps to Stem Disinformation
As Kremlin limits access to Twitter and Facebook, Western observers say the tech companies' moves are years late.
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US Racing $350 Million in ‘Immediate' Arms to Ukraine; Includes Javelins, Ammo, Armor
Some Russian ground units are now 20 miles from Kyiv, but about half are still waiting outside Ukraine.
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Iran-Linked Hackers Probing US Networks, Intel Agencies Warn
Active “cyber operations against government and commercial networks” may seek to take advantage of defenders' focus on Russia.
Science & Tech
Kremlin Cracks Down Harder on Media, Facebook as Protests Sweep Russia
Citizens “have a certain amount of capacity to express themselves, but it’s narrowing,” one observer says
Business
Defense Firms Brace for Billions of Dollars in New Taxes, And Hope for Congressional Relief
If a 2017 law stays in place, there’s a fear U.S. companies would reduce research-and-development spending.
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