Threats
Polish Military Chief Says Russia is Escalating on NATO’s Border
After missile debris kills Poles, Ukrainian officials say “air shield” talks with allies are underway.
Threats
Could Ukraine Retake Crimea? Not Easily
Difficult approaches and dug-in Russian forces would likely mean a long and difficult effort, experts said.
Threats
Army Preps for ‘Contested Logistics,’ Works to Boost Arms Production
Logistics win wars—but not if new enemy capabilities can disrupt supply lines.
Threats
Milley: Ukrainian Military Victory Isn’t Near, But It’s a Good Time for Negotiations
Russia’s strategic goals are out of reach, but its forces still hold one-fifth of the country, says Joint Chiefs chairman.
Threats
Deadly ‘Projectile’ in Poland Raises Tensions As Russian Strikes Pound Ukraine
AP says Russian missiles killed two on NATO territory, but Pentagon declines to corroborate report.
Ideas
Biden’s Nuclear Policy Fails the Ukraine Test
His administration’s Cold War-style thinking is missing a golden opportunity.
Ideas
“Wonder Weapons” Will Not Win Russia’s War
Russia’s turn to kamikaze drones is premised on a flawed strategy.
Threats
Russian Forces Retreat from Kherson, In Major Loss
Retaking the city will put Ukrainian rockets in range of a new swath of targets in Crimea and elsewhere.
Policy
Ukraine Calls for More Anti-Drone Gear as Air-Defense Missiles Arrive
NASAMS are now operational in Ukraine, but a new potential threat looms.
Threats
Is Russia’s Nuclear About-Face More or Less Credible Than Its Earlier Threats?
After months of saber-rattling, Putin and his government have been disavowing the use of tactical nukes in Ukraine.
Science & Tech