Russia’s Annexations Run into Ukraine’s Counterattacks
What makes the Russian annexation so interesting — and so dangerous — is that it could be accompanied by another Russian defeat.
Lights Out for Europe
In the new issue of NR, how Russia aims its energy weapon at Europe’s green obsession.
The Nord Stream Whodunit
We must ask, ‘Who benefits?’ The answer to that question isn’t as easy to elucidate as one might expect.
Is Putin Calling the Shots in Ukraine?
If reports are true, the gambler in the Kremlin may be poised to make further mistakes.
The Kremlin’s Very Russian Partial Mobilization
We shouldn’t overlook the human tragedy. These conscripts are dead men walking — mere cannon fodder to protect the Kremlin’s vanity.
Russia’s Nuclear Blackmail: Thinking through the Unthinkable
The best way to get into a nuclear exchange with Russia is for Vladimir Putin to think he can get away with first-use.
From Russia with Good and Bad News
Vladimir Putin is clearly escalating this war in hope of rescuing victory (or at least a favorable settlement) from the jaws of defeat.
What Would a Russian Mobilization Look Like?
It’s not at all clear that Russia can conscript, equip, arm, and deploy an effective mass army late this fall or winter.
‘Bizarre,’ Phil? Try ‘Awesome’
Sign me up for politicians not taking themselves too seriously.
What If the Democrats Win the Midterms?
The new issue of NR is out, and looks at this terrifying possibility.