The Courage of the White Flag
Many who say they want peace in Ukraine are actually seeking Ukraine’s capitulation.
The Kremlin De Facto Challenges the US to Surrender
As Putin’s circle appears to reject proposals from Trump’s team, eyes are on the US President Elect – will he capitulate or will he channel his Cold War predecessors?
2025…
The year ahead will see competition between Trump, Putin, and their opposing world views.
‘Please Don’t Call Me a Hero’ Says Ukraine’s Bravest Surgeon
He’s built his own underground hospital, once operated on four gravely wounded victims at the same time and tearfully tells of amputating the limbs of children maimed by Putin’s bombs.
Thinking Out Loud – Is Kyiv Burning?
Will the democratic allies allow today’s Hitler to destroy Ukraine and its ancient capital?
Providing Support to Ukraine Is a Bargain
Two renowned think tanks calculate the price for the EU and the US of not supporting Ukraine.
Thinking Out Loud – What Day 1 of 2025 has Already Brought
There’s no time lost as 2025, with all its unfolding elements, takes shape before our eyes.
History Being Written With Blood: Year in Review/Starter by 2 Leading Writers
Two prominent literary-cultural figures connected with Ukraine share their views on 2024 and what 2025 is likely to bring.
Ukraine: Experts on Ukraine’s Economic and Business Realities and Prospects
Three eminent experts on business and economic matters share their views about 2024 and the prospects for 2025.
Dark Clouds or Silver Linings? What the Experts Say at the End of 2024.
Ukraine’s former UK Ambassador Vadym Prystaiko, Atlantic Council Editor Peter Dickinson and British businessman, author and philanthropist, Lord Ashcroft, assess Ukraine’s situation on the eve of 2025
Fall of Putin’s Global Empire: Russia’s Waning Influence
The places around the globe where Moscow has asserted its influence are teetering precariously. With Russian forces bogged down in Ukraine, there can be no cavalry coming to the autocrats’ rescue.
2024 Year-End Thoughts From Our Regular Contributors
Some of our authors reflect on what 2024 brought and the challenges ahead in 2025.
The places around the globe where Moscow has asserted its influence are teetering precariously. With Russian forces bogged down in Ukraine, there can be no cavalry coming to the autocrats’ rescue.
Dec. 31, 2024