Threats

Why the US Won’t Give Patriot Interceptors to Ukraine

The Pentagon is still hunting “alternative options” to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses against Russia’s brutal strikes.

Policy

Biden to Tap Colombia As Next Major Non-NATO Ally

The longtime security partner would be the 19th country and third in South America to receive the designation.

Threats

Poland Offers Fighter Jets for Ukraine, But US Rejects Swap-and-Send Idea

Warsaw said it would send its MiG-29s to a German air base, leaving delivery to Ukraine up to the U.S. and NATO.

Threats

Russia’s Rocket Barrages Reveal Bad Planning, Cruelty—and the Absence of Crucial Skills

“Everybody is surprised by the lack of combined arms capability in the Russian army,” said one general-turned-analyst.

Policy

US Barring Russian Citizens From Piloting Planes Over United States

The move is part of Biden’s ban on Russian-flagged airlines moving through U.S. airspace.

Threats

Five Reasons Why Russian Forces Are Struggling in Ukraine

From logistics to shoddy information warfare, the invasion force has made many missteps, experts say.

Threats

Here's Why a Ukraine No-Fly Zone's a No-Go

NATO officials say it’s off the table, but there could be a “nuanced option.”

Threats

Putin Puts Nuke Forces on Higher Alert; Zelenskyy Agrees to Peace Talks

Ukrainian leader to meet Russian negotiators at Belarusan border as invasion enters 5th day.

Threats

US Racing $350 Million in ‘Immediate' Arms to Ukraine; Includes Javelins, Ammo, Armor

Some Russian ground units are now 20 miles from Kyiv, but about half are still waiting outside Ukraine.