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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.
EU-US Plan for Bosnia Risks Undermining New Sanctions and Bolstering Putin
Electoral deal also offers state land and backtracks on genocide denial, threatening territorial integrity, justice, and peace.
The US-Russia Crisis Over Ukraine: All Options Should Not Be On the Table
US and Russian leaders must consider the use of nuclear weapons off the table. Even use on a "limited scale" carries too much risk.
The Russian ASAT Test Caps a Bad Year for the Due Regard Principle in Space
It's time for States to take positions on their treaty obligation to act with "due regard" to the interests of others in outer space.
Paul Manafort’s Book Deal May Breach His Plea Agreement
Former lead prosecutor in Manafort's case analyzes the reported book deal and Manafort's plea agreement which expressly addressed such a situation.
As Putin Aims to Re-Divide Europe, Lessons from the Past Can Guide a Response
The US, with Europe, should push back against Russia's aggression while looking for ways to address legitimate grievances.
How Germany’s New Government Might Pursue Its “Values-Based” Foreign Policy in Europe
It aims to show that sticking to principles on the one hand and seeking constructive dialogue on the other are not mutually exclusive.
Exiled Journalists Need Support, Not Autocrat-Fueled Skepticism
Western donors, civil society, and media partners need to update their views of those who've fled repression.
Sanctions and Corruption: Assessing Risk to Improve Design
Increased corruption is a common unintended consequences of sanctions. Alongside considering humanitarian consequences, the U.S. should account for corruption risks, and ways to…
Putin’s Gamble on Ukraine
The US will face many such challenges from Russia and China in the future, so it must learn how to suppress threats like this one.
The Threat from Outer Space: Russia Tests Kinetic DA-ASAT Weapon
Russia’s unannounced anti-satellite missile test raises important legal and policy questions about the prohibition on the use of force in outer space.