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Holding Putin and Russia Accountable: A List of Legal and Policy Options
The primary tools have been diplomatic condemnation, sanctions, and weapons shipments to Ukraine. More possibilities exist.

Putin Can’t Destroy the International Order by Himself
To assess the strength of the international order, look not just at Putin's decision to break the law, but also at global response.

Expert Backgrounder: NATO Response Options to Potential Russia Cyber Attacks
Top cyber law expert explains NATO member states' legal options in event of different forms of Russian cyber attacks in wake of Ukraine invasion.

Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is Essentially Not About NATO
Instead of buying Putin's claimed sense of military threat, theorists of realism should see the driver in his disdain for democracy.

Russia’s “Occupation by Proxy” of Eastern Ukraine – Implications Under the Geneva Conventions
All state parties to the Geneva Conventions now have a role to play via enforcing grave breaches regime.

Ukraine: Unleashing the Rhetorical Dogs of War
Sending more arms to Ukraine offers false hope and avoids needed compromise, writes Barry Posen.

NATO Must Boost Hybrid Warfare Defenses
As the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalates, NATO must get serious about building resilience against hybrid warfare.

In 11th-Hour Diplomacy, US and Europe Try to Stop Putin From Escalating War on Ukraine
Despite the sullen Kremlin attitude so far, there may be more room to advance the diplomatic track with a combination of carrots and sticks.

Retired Russian Generals Criticize Putin Over Ukraine, Renew Call for His Resignation
Censors haven't yet blocked the rhetorical attack from the assembly of hardline veterans, giving the message space and time to spread.

Putin’s Coercion on NATO Goes Beyond Its Open Door Policy
An over-fixation on alliance enlargement in responding to Russia’s buildup will not create lasting stability. The catalysts are more complex.

As Putin Lines Ukraine Border with Russian Troops, Is There a China Factor?
Even without the oft-discussed scenario of a simultaneous Chinese attack on Taiwan, Putin at least needs Xi's support for a new Ukraine invasion

Guide to the Chess Game at the United Nations on Ukraine Crisis
A roadmap to diplomatic options on Ukraine crisis and potential collateral risks for other issues on UN agenda.