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Opinion: 8 lessons from Russia's war in Ukraine

Opinion: 8 lessons from Russia's war in Ukraine

by Joseph S. Nye, Jr.

Two years ago, I outlined eight lessons from Russia's war against Ukraine. And though I warned that it was too early to be confident about any predictions, they have held up reasonably well. When Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, he envisaged a

Opinion: Much ado about Russia’s nuclear rumblings?

Opinion: Much ado about Russia’s nuclear rumblings?

by Steven Pifer

Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, the Kremlin has sought to play the nuclear card – both to frighten Ukraine and to deter the West from assisting. Kyiv and its partners cannot ignore Moscow’s nuclear threats, but they should understand that the Russian leadership does not

Ukraine war latest: US reportedly prepared for potential Russian nuclear strike in Ukraine in 2022

Ukraine war latest: US reportedly prepared for potential Russian nuclear strike in Ukraine in 2022

Key developments on March 9-10: * CNN: US prepared 'rigorously' for potential Russian nuclear strike in Ukraine in 2022 * UK, Italy oppose deploying Western troops to Ukraine * UK Defense Ministry: Ukraine increasing fortifications along the front line * Zelensky denounces Pope Francis' proposal to negotiate peace with Russia * Air Force: Ukraine downs

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