Russia Invades Ukraine
A major land war looms over Europe.
Rush to Leave Kyiv as Russia Bears Down
Countries have condemned shelling of nuclear plant, while NATO declines to back no-fly zone. Follow our latest coverage.
Has Putin Lost the Plot?
The more repressive a leader becomes, the more paranoid they can get, experts say.
‘Life Is Becoming Impossible’: Activists Say Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs Don’t Go Far Enough
Wealthy Russians are facing sanctions over Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, but anti-corruption advocates say there are still loopholes left to close.
Putin’s War Is Xi’s Worst Nightmare
Beijing is watching closely. And it doesn’t like what it sees.
Shadow Government
A front-row seat to the Republicans’ debate over foreign policy, including their critique of the Biden administration.
Ukraine Crisis: What to Read
Why Is Putin Acting Now?
Multiple factors are driving Russia’s escalation against Ukraine.
A Russia-Ukraine War Could Ripple Across Africa and Asia
Beware of food price spikes and revolutions if Ukrainian grain deliveries are disrupted.
3 Things the World Should Know About Putin
The nature of Putin’s Russia has changed drastically in the last few years.
Russia Is Reenacting Its Georgia Playbook in Ukraine
False claims of military withdrawal followed by recognition of breakaway regions is a tried and tested Kremlin strategy.
Long Reads
An Afghan in Ukraine
She fled Kabul for safety in Kyiv. Now the 23-year-old is facing war again.
In Modern War, Short-Sellers Aren’t on the Sidelines
Savvy traders have the ability to hobble economies before shots are fired.
Putin Accidentally Started a Revolution in Germany
The invasion of Ukraine is triggering a dramatic reversal of Berlin’s grand strategy.
Targeted Sanctions Can Help Restore Democracy in Sudan
Focusing on key military leaders and their networks can force the regime to change course.
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10 Ideas to Fix Democracy
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Russia’s invasion into Ukraine, trucker protests in Canada, and a community’s heartbreak in Morocco. This was February 2022.
In Kharkiv, a Desperate Choice: Stay or Go?
As Russian forces continue their assault, people in Ukraine face terrifying uncertainty.
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