Threats
Biden Promises More Troops In Poland, Romania If Russia Invades Ukraine
The president said he is unwilling to consider troop cuts in potential negotiations with Putin.
Ideas
Ukraine Needs Help Surviving Airstrikes, Not Just Killing Tanks
A Russian invasion would likely start with a punishing bombardment intended to induce quick capitulation.
Ideas
‘War Is Coming’: Mysterious TikTok Videos Are Scaring Sweden’s Children
The campaign offers an early test for the country’s new anti-disinformation agency.
Threats
Russian Agents in Ukraine Are Trying to Create a Pretext for Invasion, Pentagon Says
“When there isn't an actual crisis to suit their needs, they'll make one up,” Kirby said
Threats
Here’s What DOD’s International Security Nominee Learned from Russia’s 2014 Seizure of Crimea
Send weapons faster, and prepare to boost U.S. forces in the region, Celeste Wallander told lawmakers.
Threats
Russia Neither Accepts Nor Rejects NATO’s Offer To Restart Talks
Representatives from Moscow and NATO members will talk with their respective governments about whether to continue discussions, Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said.
Ideas
The US Must Prepare for War Against Russia Over Ukraine
If Putin is not deterred from seizing another chunk of sovereign territory, he won’t stop there.
Policy
US 'Unequivocal’ to Russia on Right of Ukraine, Others, to Join NATO
U.S. diplomats rejected Moscow's demand that Kiev be forever barred from the Western alliance.
Policy
US Will Make ‘No Firm Commitments’ In Russia Talks This Week, Admin Official Says
Everything discussed at the meeting will also need to be considered by Washington and allies, the official said.
Ideas
Is Russia’s Su-75 ‘Checkmate’ Aircraft a Case of Vapor Marketing?
There’s less than meets the eye to the proposed fighter-bomber that made a splash at a recent industry show.
Ideas
2021 Top Ten: Ideas
The intertwined need to confront China and climate change, turning the tables on Russian psyops, and more.
Threats
2021 Top Ten: Space Force
In a year when the military's newest service turned two, there remain plenty of unsettled policy areas.
Ideas
Bear, Meet Porcupine: Unconventional Deterrence for Ukraine
By "going porcupine," Ukraine can make it clear to Russia that invasion will be costly and unsuccessful. But Kyiv needs help.
Threats
White House: Russia Stepping Up Disinformation In Possible Invasion Prelude
U.S. sees rising likelihood of Russian military action against Ukraine, promises strong response.
Threats
Diplomacy Is ‘No Longer Sufficient’ To Prevent Russian Escalation, Lithuanian Defense Chief Says
The U.S. should act now to punish Russia and help Ukraine, not wait for a full-scale invasion, Arvydas Anusauskas said.
Ideas
Trollfare: How to Recognize and Fight Off Online Psyops
It starts by understanding common tactics: distort, distract, dismiss, deny, and dismay.
Ideas