Eastern Europe
Ukraine, Russia, NATO posture, deterrence, and the wider security architecture of Eastern Europe.
236 Dispatches
Was Ukraine Really Behind the Nord Stream Sabotage? An Analysis of the German Investigation
Examining German intelligence findings on the Nord Stream pipeline explosions and Ukraine's alleged involvement in the September 2022 attack.
Rinat Akhmetov: Ukraine's Richest Man and Most Complicated Backer
Explore Rinat Akhmetov's rise from Donetsk to Ukraine's wealthiest oligarch, his controversial past, and his critical role in the war.
Lessons from Ukraine's Failed 2023 Counteroffensive
Why Ukraine's much-hyped 2023 summer counteroffensive failed — undertrained brigades, missing breaching gear, lost surprise, and Western dithering, per RUSI.
Terror in Paris: Why Everyone Is So Concerned About the Olympics
An analysis of terror threats facing the 2024 Paris Olympics, from jihadist plots and Russian sabotage to drone vulnerabilities and France's layered
Aleksandr Dugin: The 21st-Century Rasputin Behind Russia's War
Who is Aleksandr Dugin? Explore the ideology of neo-Eurasianism, his influence on Putin's geopolitical strategy, and his role in Russia's war against
Who is Mark Rutte, NATO's New Leader?
This analysis examines Who is Mark Rutte, NATO's New Leader? in historical and strategic context. It traces how the core developments unfolded, which insti
Western Tanks in Ukraine: Have They Lived Up to the Hype?
A detailed analysis of Western tanks sent to Ukraine — Leopard 1, Leopard 2, Challenger 2, M1 Abrams — examining losses, expert assessments, and combat
Ukraine's Sea Drones are Getting Crazy
This analysis examines Ukraine's Sea Drones are Getting Crazy in historical and strategic context. It traces how the core developments unfolded, which inst
Is Russia about to REVOLUTIONISE its Maritime Trade?
This analysis examines Is Russia about to REVOLUTIONISE its Maritime Trade? in historical and strategic context. It traces how the core developments unfold
Counting the Dead: How Many Have Really Died in Ukraine?
Analysis of verified Russian and Ukrainian casualty data from BBC-Mediazona counts, probate registry models, and the UA Losses database reveals staggering
Emmanuel Macron's Russia Strategy: Four Dimensional Chess, or Tic Tac Toe?
Analyzing Emmanuel Macron's push for strategic ambiguity on NATO troop deployment to Ukraine, the allied backlash, and whether the gambit can deter Russia.
Power Projection: How Nations Extend Military Force Beyond Their Borders
How nations project military power far beyond their territory, from Alexander the Great to modern carrier fleets, and why it matters more than ever.