Threats
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.
Threats
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.
Threats
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.
Threats
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.
Threats
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.
Threats
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.
Threats
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
Threats
NATO Deploys Response Forces; Warns Russia ‘We Will Defend Every Inch’ of Alliance
Rare emergency summit produces unprecedented order to activate a wide range of ready capabilities.
Threats
‘Amphibious Assault is Underway’: Russian Troops Are Landing In Eastern Ukraine, Pentagon Says
Russia's advances are encountering more resistance than expected, U.S. defense official says, as forces encircle Kyiv.
Ideas
Defense One Radio, Ep. 95: Vlad the Invader
Now that Putin has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, what are the smartest responses to a bellicose and revanchist Russia?
Threats
Kyiv Under Siege As Russian Forces Move on Ukrainian Capital
Putin "is just simply crazy…to come here and kill Ukrainians,” says former president Poroshenko, vowing a long fight.
Threats
Russia's War in Ukraine Draws Protests Around the Globe
Putin's fulminations and false flags couldn't stop masses of people from urging their governments to take a tough stance.
Business
US Defense Firms Could Take Hit as West Sanctions Russia
The country plays a small but important role in both supply chains and sales.
Threats