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.

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

House Intel Chief Wants To Increase Cyber Attacks Against Russia

The United States needs to be on the offensive when it comes to a preventing cyber war, says Rep. Mike Rogers. By Patrick Tucker