Exactly how weak is Vladimir Putin, both in terms of his effort to defeat Ukraine and his ability to maintain power in Moscow?
Is Putin in a Corner?
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War & Peace
The Urgent Climate Case for Defunding the Pentagon
U.S. taxpayers will spend more on the military — the largest institutional polluter on the planet — in one year than on renewable energy over 10 years.
Extreme Events Are the New Normal, and Not Just in the Weather
From the war in Ukraine to the rise of far-right autocrats worldwide, extremism has become a part of everyday life.
It’s Time for the U.S. to Ban Cluster Munitions
With the horror of these weapons is on full display in the Russia-Ukraine war, the U.S. needs to sign the global ban.
Peace Talks Are More Essential Than Ever as War Rages on in Ukraine
Russia and Ukraine had a 15-point framework for peace. It remains the best hope for a ceasefire, just settlement, and more peaceful geopolitical competition.
Just Say Nyet: Russia Faces Dissent in the Military
Putin faces an anti-war movement within the ranks of his own military.
Ukraine: Between Hope and Fear
Russia’s war in Ukraine poses the greatest danger to the planet at the moment. But is it also an opportunity?
Taiwan and the Virtues of Ambiguity
In her effort to change the status quo with Taiwan, Nancy Pelosi might get just the war that she wants to prevent.
U.S. Pivot to Asia Means War for Filipinos
Great power conflict between China and the United States has undermined the sovereignty of the Philippines and militarized the islands.
The Impacts of RIMPAC on Okinawa and Japan
The latest military exercise exacerbates the patriarchal and racialized defense cooperation between Washington and Tokyo.