Russia’s War in Ukraine
Military news, global diplomacy, negotiations, and sanctions.
A Ukraine Peace Deal Could Be Getting Closer
Here’s what Trump can do to get there.
How to Fight Putin on the Information Battlefield
The West can’t fully adopt Russia’s methods—but it should study them. 
Ukraine Can Only Rely on Itself
In any peace deal with Russia, security guarantees from outsiders won't guarantee much.
Ukraine’s New U.S. Ambassador Previews Her Pragmatic Approach to Washington
“I am Ukrainian, right? I’m not a Democrat or Republican.”
Putin’s Unlikely Envoy to Washington
Kirill Dmitriev is a prominent purveyor of the Kremlin’s line—but real power may lie elsewhere.
Biden’s Long Shadow Over Ukraine
His administration failed Ukraine at almost every turn, shaping the war to this day.
Battlefield Strategy
Ukraine Is Hitting Russia Where It Hurts: Its Oil Refineries
Kyiv’s two-year offensive against Russian oil facilities has intensified, eating away at Moscow’s energy revenues.
The Mood on the Front Line, Three Years On
Ukrainian troops watch with anxiety as the United States moves closer to talks with Russia over the war.
How Russia Is Escalating the Drone Arms Race
Routine strikes involve smaller, daily launches designed to keep steady pressure on Ukraine.
The ‘Paper Tiger’ Still Has Its Shadow Fleet
Trump says Russia is in economic trouble—but there’s a loophole in the West’s sanctions.
Wartime Diplomacy
Trump Makes U-Turn on Ukraine Rhetoric
Trump says Ukraine can win back all of its territory.
The Ghost of Finlandization Is Haunting the Ukraine Debate
A 1944 armistice that traded land for peace is a poor precedent for ending Russia’s war.
An Emerging Trump Doctrine?
Success in the Middle East could be a template for a new approach to Russia’s war.
What the Next Round of Sanctions Against Russia Should Look Like
Moscow has successfully restructured its economy on an impressive war footing, but there are weaknesses under the hood.
Regional Dynamics
A Russia-NATO War Would Look Nothing Like Ukraine
Moscow will seek to avoid a full-on war and focus on breaking the bloc’s resolve.
To Deter Russia, Europe Needs Ukraine
A Ukraine-Baltics defense pact would bring Kyiv into Europe’s security architecture.
Anchors Away
Finland’s failure to convict Russian crew clears the way for more cable-cutting attacks.
The China-Russia Axis Is Getting Firmer, and It’s Built on Gas
Moscow pivoted to the east a decade ago, but it is now besmitten—or captive.
Latest Stories
Russian, Ukrainian Presidents Propose Talks in Minsk
But early indicators suggest Moscow seeks full surrender of Ukrainian government.
Ukraine’s Washington Envoy Becomes Wartime Ambassador Overnight
Kyiv’s ambassador pleads for the United States and Europe to do more to help the fight.
Is There a Risk of a NATO vs. Russia War?
Putin’s invasion of Ukraine marks a tectonic shift in world politics and increases the danger of superpower confrontation and the militarization of Europe.
The Kharkiv Resistance Has Already Begun
“We really feel that the whole world is with us,” a resident said.
Putin Made Fools Out of His Admirers
Russia has gone from land of opportunity to pariah state.
Biden Administration Debates Legality of Arming Ukrainian Resistance
Russia could make the case that the United States is a co-combatant.
Why Putin’s War Is the West’s Biggest Test Since World War II
There is every indication the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been plotted for maximum global impact.
Lukashenko Is Letting Putin Use Belarus to Attack Ukraine
Russian troops have used Belarus to stage attacks and seize Chernobyl.
Putin Faces Global Criticism Over Ukraine War
As Moscow launches large-scale attacks, leaders around the world have pledged a forceful response.
As Russia Invades, Resolve and Uncertainty in Kharkiv
Residents prepare for all-out war as Moscow hammers Ukrainian cities and military targets with missiles and airstrikes.
Putin Announces Military Operation in Ukraine
Explosions reported in several cities as Russia targets Ukrainian military installations.
Zelensky’s Last-Ditch Plea for Peace
The Ukrainian president made a final appeal to the Russian public just hours before the invasion began.
What Would a Russian Invasion Mean for Energy Markets?
It would be “almost impossible” for any country to fully substitute Russian gas to Europe, experts say.
How the Russia-Ukraine Crisis Is Turning Poland Into a Strategic Player
Warsaw is set to become the linchpin of the West’s efforts to project power in Eastern Europe.
Putin’s Invasion Could Be a Strategic Opportunity
There are two ways Washington could exploit this window.
The West Is Sleepwalking Into War in Ukraine
It’s not easy to make sense of how the United States and Europe are responding to Russia’s aggression.