Bosnia did not get the support it needed 25 years ago to defend itself. Today it is barely a state, and that’s the fate that Ukraine needs to avoid.
Changing My Mind on Ukraine
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Europe & Central Asia
The Greenwashing Scam Behind COP27’s Flop
This year’s UN climate conference offered some reason to celebrate. But the growing clout of the “carbon capture” industry is hindering urgent efforts to clamp down on fossil fuels.
Ideas, Including Foolish Ones, Have Consequences
The intellectual godfathers of the “alt right” and their descendants are on a fool’s errand: to rationalize irrational hatreds.
In Ukraine’s Just War of Self-Defense, Zelensky Must Still Respect Rights
Safeguarding the rights of journalists, trade unionists, and captured soldiers will strengthen Ukraine’s war effort.
No Time for a Ceasefire in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has so far failed to weaken U.S. and European support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, despite punishing Russian air strikes, Ukraine is successfully ejecting the invading army.
The Unasked Questions of 2022
Here’s a tale of two Elizabeths, one Joe, one Donald, and us.
U.S. Focus on Great Power Competition Deters Climate Progress
The United States is taking an increasingly confrontational stance toward China and Russia rather than working with them to address the climate crisis.
It’s Time For a Ceasefire in Ukraine
A ceasefire in Ukraine has been needed since day one—and it’s more urgent now than ever.
When Governments Kill Civilians
Israel, the United States, and Russia are just three of the many governments that have deliberately targeted civilians in their efforts to win wars.
Is Ukraine Going Too Far?
Ukraine doesn’t want to “cut its wins” in order to negotiate a peace deal. Is it wrong?