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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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.
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?
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?
The Weaponization of Food
Russia and Ukraine have come to an agreement on food exports. Will the deal hold?
Ukraine and the Peace Movement
It is urgent to end the war in Ukraine. But to achieve this goal, “Russia Out Now” is a better slogan than “Diplomacy Now.”
China Will Decide the Outcome of Russia versus the West
Is Putin the face of the future or the final gasp of the past?
Vladimir Putin: Global Gunman
Why are we concerned about humiliating mass murderers?
Biden’s Golden Opportunity to Reverse Course on China
Improving relations with China could lower inflation, isolate Vladimir Putin, and accelerate the transition to a clean energy future.