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The Worst-Case Scenario in Russia
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Welcoming Russians Who Refuse to Fight
Encouraging and supporting those who refuse to participate in an unjust mission deserves greater attention as a potential means of countering Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine.
Is Putin in a Corner?
Exactly how weak is Vladimir Putin, both in terms of his effort to defeat Ukraine and his ability to maintain power in Moscow?
Exceptionalism Goes Global
Can the heroine of this story, true internationalism, survive the onslaught of lawless maniacs bent on reviving a world of unaccountable sovereigns and promoting a war of all against all?
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.
Learning from Gorbachev’s Failures
As we address the climate emergency, what lessons can we extract from Gorbachev’s efforts to transform the Soviet Union?
Just Say Nyet: Russia Faces Dissent in the Military
Putin faces an anti-war movement within the ranks of his own military.
Gorbachev Rode the Tiger and Ended Up Inside It
The late Soviet leader ended the Cold War, but his botched reforms opened the way to Russia’s modern crony capitalism.
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?