Threats
Tanks Cross Border from Russia as New Ceasefire Is Signed
An all-night peace summit yielded an agreement to de-escalate violence in Ukraine even as tanks crossed into the country from Russia overnight.
Ideas
The Wrong Move: Adding Nuclear Weapons to the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Despite the wishes of two key Congressmen, more nuclear weapons in Eastern Europe is a bad idea.
Science & Tech
How US Technology Could Help Ukraine Without ‘Arming’ It
Most of what Ukraine is asking the U.S. for would not be lethal.
Threats
Obama Still Debating Whether To Arm Ukraine
The president’s remarks come after rumors that the administration was considering sending lethal aid to the Ukrainian military.
Ideas
It’s Time To Arm the Ukrainians
President Obama must change course and give Ukrainians the arms they need to stop Putin.
Threats
What the Flournoy and Friends' Plan To Arm Ukraine's Army Fails To Take Into Account
Do Flournoy, Daalder, Stavridis, Chuck Wald and friends really believe this will change the game -- or Putin's mind?
Threats
FBI Announces Charges in Alleged Russian Spy Ring
Three men were charged with spying and recruiting informants for information on U.S. economic and trade activity. By Matt Berman and Lauren Fox
Threats
Russia Is About To Absorb Part of Another Country
Ten months after annexing Crimea and igniting a standoff with the west, Russia will take control of neighboring Georgia's South Ossetia region. By Steve LeVine
Threats
What Is Putin's Next Move in Ukraine?
Vladimir Putin's annual state of the nation address raised more questions than it answered. Interview by Bernard Gwertzman
Ideas
The US Needs To Recognize Russia’s Monroe Doctrine
Imagine if the roles were reversed; Washington’s attitude toward Russia’s regional fears seems more than a little hypocritical. By Ted Galen Carpenter
Threats
The Maker of the AK-47 Says It's a 'Weapon of Peace'
Moscow-based Kalashnikov Concern just unveiled a new corporate logo and slogan aimed at promoting peace. By Jason Karaian
Threats
How Powerful Is Russia's Military?
After years of post-Soviet neglect, Moscow is overhauling its armed forces in ways that could have regional consequences.
Ideas
No More Russian Engines on American Rockets
From Russian rocket engines to Chinese rare earths, it’s time the Defense Department stop promoting foreign dependence as industry policy. By Rep. Duncan Hunter
Threats
Has Russia Invaded Ukraine Again?
A convoy of tanks and trucks reportedly crossed the border into Luhansk, threatening a new escalation in the region. By Dashiell Bennett
Threats
Feeling 'Snubbed' By the US, Nigeria Turns to Russia
Russian special forces are reportedly training Nigerian security forces while Abuja continues to reel from attacks by Boko Haram extremists. By John Campbell
Ideas
The Cold War May Be Over, But the Fight Against Russia Isn’t
When it comes to visible signs of strength in Eastern Europe, NATO and Russia are going in opposite directions. By Mark Seip
Threats
Why Sending Weapons to Ukraine Would Be a Terrible Idea for the US
Even if sending arms to Ukraine were a good idea, it would come too late. By Michael Kofman
Science & Tech
Can This Drone Bring Peace to Ukraine?
International monitors prepare to launch a surveillance drone that could change the game on the ground in Ukraine. By Patrick Tucker
Threats
Despite Ceasefire, the War in Ukraine Hasn't Ended Yet
Nearly one-tenth of all reported deaths in the crisis have happened since Russia and Ukraine agreed to stop fighting. By Adam Chandler
Policy