List of Security articles
China’s Nuclear Taboo Isn’t as Strong as It Seems
New research casts doubt on a long-standing theory.
Who Will Fill Europe’s Leadership Vacuum?
Paris is cheap and Berlin has no strategy. For serious leadership, look to Warsaw.
Israel Is Stuck in the Year 2000
The country’s relationship with Lebanon hasn’t moved beyond decades-old dilemmas.
Into the Minds of China’s Military AI Experts
Beijing faces challenges in deploying new technology.
Russian Oil Is Still Paying for Putin’s War
After initial success, Western energy sanctions are stalling out.
How the West Misunderstood Moscow in Ukraine
Ten years ago, Russia’s first invasion failed to wake up a bamboozled West. The reasons are still relevant today.
Whose Terms Will Set a Peace Deal in Ukraine?
The war is unlikely to end in total victory for either Moscow or Kyiv.
Ukraine Goes All-In on Ground Robots
The goal is to save more human lives.
Stop Wasting Captured Spies
Russian and Chinese agents should be prosecuted, not expelled.
Asian Powers Set Their Strategic Sights on Europe
After 500 years, the tables have turned, with an incoherent Europe the object of rising Asia’s geopolitical ambitions.
Russians Expect Nothing From Putin’s War
Political apathy is a psychological survival mechanism—and a possible route to peace.
Myanmar’s Armed Groups And Democracy Activists Are Joining Forces
Under junta rule, an uneasy alliance is taking over the country’s politics.
For Putin, the EU Is a Bigger Threat Than NATO
The Kremlin fears the EU’s ability to spur deep political change.
How Putin’s War Is Transforming Ukraine’s Neighbors
Moscow has tightened its grip in Eastern and Central Europe.
NATO Is Helping Ukraine to Fight—but Not to Win
The Washington summit was heavy on promises but light on plans.
