Policy
Dempsey Says It’s Time To 'Absolutely Consider' Arming Ukraine
For the first time, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey says the U.S. should consider giving lethal aid to Ukraine.
Threats
NATO Commander: US Lethal Aid to Ukraine Won’t Stop Russia
NATO’s Gen. Philip Breedlove told lawmakers U.S.-supplied lethal aid to Ukraine’s military would not stop Russia, though it might help ‘change its calculation.’
Ideas
Ukraine’s Military Needs More Than Just Arms
Let’s not overstate how lethal arms can save Ukraine. Here’s how the US and Europe really can help develop a professional and capable force.
Business
Ukraine Seeks US Weapons at Middle East Arms Expo
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko came to a massive arms tradeshow in Abu Dhabi where he called on Washington to provide his military with defensive weapons.
Policy
Paralyzed by Ukraine, Dumbfounded by Russia
President Obama has faced overseas challenges before. But he has never had to stare down a nuclear power bent on reestablishing its sphere of influence.
Business
Pentagon Weapons Chief To Meet With Ukrainians
Even though they are not allowed to sell to them, U.S. arms makers are meeting with Ukrainian military officials, listening to their weapons wish list.
Threats
The American Education of Vladimir Putin
How the Russian leader came to oppose a country he knows little about.
Threats
Tanks Cross Border from Russia as New Ceasefire Is Signed
An all-night peace summit yielded an agreement to de-escalate violence in Ukraine even as tanks crossed into the country from Russia overnight.
Science & Tech
How US Technology Could Help Ukraine Without ‘Arming’ It
Most of what Ukraine is asking the U.S. for would not be lethal.
Threats
Obama Still Debating Whether To Arm Ukraine
The president’s remarks come after rumors that the administration was considering sending lethal aid to the Ukrainian military.
Ideas
It’s Time To Arm the Ukrainians
President Obama must change course and give Ukrainians the arms they need to stop Putin.
Threats
What the Flournoy and Friends' Plan To Arm Ukraine's Army Fails To Take Into Account
Do Flournoy, Daalder, Stavridis, Chuck Wald and friends really believe this will change the game -- or Putin's mind?
Threats
What Is Putin's Next Move in Ukraine?
Vladimir Putin's annual state of the nation address raised more questions than it answered. Interview by Bernard Gwertzman
Threats
Has Russia Invaded Ukraine Again?
A convoy of tanks and trucks reportedly crossed the border into Luhansk, threatening a new escalation in the region. By Dashiell Bennett
Policy
Ukrainians Vote To Face West
Parliamentary elections showed impressive support for pro-European parties. But the impasse in Ukraine's eastern cities is no closer to resolution. By Matt Schiavenza
Threats
Why Sending Weapons to Ukraine Would Be a Terrible Idea for the US
Even if sending arms to Ukraine were a good idea, it would come too late. By Michael Kofman
Science & Tech
Can This Drone Bring Peace to Ukraine?
International monitors prepare to launch a surveillance drone that could change the game on the ground in Ukraine. By Patrick Tucker
Threats
Despite Ceasefire, the War in Ukraine Hasn't Ended Yet
Nearly one-tenth of all reported deaths in the crisis have happened since Russia and Ukraine agreed to stop fighting. By Adam Chandler
Ideas
What the West Can Learn from the Ukraine Crisis
The Ukraine crisis has potentially damaged the West’s influence and credibility in the region. Here are five lessons to keep in mind. By Andrew Wilson
Policy
Ukrainian President Asks Congress for Lethal Aid To Confront Russia
Poroshenko's visit to Washington on Thursday was a show of solidarity with the U.S., and he wanted Russian President Vladimir Putin to know it. By Marina Koren
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