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.

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The American Education of Vladimir Putin

How the Russian leader came to oppose a country he knows little about.

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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.

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?

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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