The Kremlin can count on only one real ally in its war in Ukraine.
Russia and North Korea: An Alliance of Desperation
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Ceasefires and the Age of Impulse Diplomacy
Can the three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine point to a more durable peace?
Why Russia’s Backwardness Benefits Putin
But Putin’s reliance on the troika of fossil fuels, corruption, and autocracy to prevent a political challenge to his authority may end up producing the very revolt from below he fears the most.
Artificial Intelligence vs. Human Stupidity
Many countries still go to war believing that God is on their side. Just as dangerous are those that believe that they will win because technology is on their side.
It’s Already a World War
Ruthless authoritarian leaders–Putin, Trump, Netanyahu–have declared war on international law.
Russia Wins War of Ideology in Chat Forums
This far-right messaging finds its way into Trump administrations memos and speeches.
In Minnesota, Trump Is Borrowing from the Dictators’ Handbook
The American president is learning from Putin and Lukashenko.
Losers of the World – Unite!
Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu have been rightfully accused of war crimes. Donald Trump must be the next.
Edging Closer to Armageddon?
Will the U.S. and Russia abandon all nuclear restraints?
Peace for Ukraine or Rest in Peace?
Putin and Trump have similar imperial and dictatorial ambitions.