Science & Tech
AI Is Already Learning from Russia’s War in Ukraine, DOD Says
Today’s battlefield data is helping smart machines model the wars of the future.
Science & Tech
Kyiv Asked for a New Kamikaze Drone to Fight Russia. The Air Force Delivered Phoenix Ghost
At least 121 of the new drones are headed to Ukraine as part of the latest $800 million security package.
Policy
Biden Announces Third $800M Weapons Package To Ukraine To Help Donbas Fight
The White House will ask Congress for more money next week to keep weapons flowing.
Ideas
Ukraine Endgame: Putin’s Bad Options
No matter which one he chooses, the Western response should be the same.
Policy
Poland Won’t Recognize Russian Gains in Ukraine, Ambassador Says
The ambassador said European allies will face “tremendous pressure” to return relations with Russia to normal after the war.
Ideas
NATO Should Start Preparing Troops For a Nuclear Battlefield
Our own history can help prepare for the physical and psychological effects should Russia use tactical nukes in the next conflict.
Policy
Russia’s Invasion a ‘Game Changer’ for EU Membership, French Ambassador Says
The war on Ukraine “changes the history of our continent,” the ambassador said.
Threats
US to Train Ukrainians to Use Their New 155mm Howitzers
The donated artillery is expected to arrive within days—but there are reports that the Russian assault in the east is already starting.
Ideas
Give Ukraine Better Air Defenses
If other European capitals want to avoid Kyiv’s fate, they must arm Ukraine with better defenses against Russia’s missile onslaught.
Business
Pentagon, Industry Leaders Meet to Talk Replenishing Military Weapons Stockpiles
Top-level Pentagon meeting comes as the U.S. prepares to send more sophisticated and lethal weapons to Ukraine.
Policy
US Rushes $800M In Weapons, Helicopters to Ukraine as Russia Coils for New Offensive Into the Donbas
“We cannot rest now,” says Biden, as Pentagon officials describe “a sense of urgency” to field the most advanced arms it’s offered Ukraine yet, as quickly as possible.
Policy
US Looking at New Weapons to Help Ukraine Expand Distance and Range
New package of Ukraine aid coming soon.
Science & Tech
Russian Scientists Say They Have A New System to Monitor Attacks on the Russian Internet
Attacks on Russian web services have grown considerably since the start of the invasion.
Policy
Biden Asks India to ‘Do More’ to Stop Russia and Help Ukraine
In a virtual meeting, the president pushed India’s Modi to cut Russian energy purchases, while the White House kept a diplomatically polite facade.
Threats
After Losses, Russia Regroups for the Donbas and Names ‘Butcher of Syria’ Head of Ukraine Ops
A convoy of artillery, aviation support is heading toward Izium. ‘We’re all bracing ourselves’ for what’s next, Pentagon says.
Policy
What Would Ukrainian ‘Victory’ Look Like? GOP Lawmaker Asks
Defense Secretary Austin was just the latest government official to be accused of swerving questions about how the war in Ukraine will end.
Ideas
For a Lasting Peace, Europe Must Embrace Russia
The U.S. and the West should follow six principles to bring Russia into a “Europe whole and free,” as G.H.W. Bush envisioned in 1989.
Ideas