This Sunday, October 25, Ukrainians will head to the polls in what could be the most consequential elections in Ukrainian history: it will be the first time since decentralization reform that Ukrainians will participate in nation-wide local elections. Read more...
While its national and political identity as a zealous advocator for a tenuous nuclear-weapons-free future continues to be tested, Kazakhstan's status as a major nuclear exporter and champion of nuclear security remains and will be extraordinarily important going forward. Read more...
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict is primed for broad geopolitical participation due to its unique position for delivering energy, and the defensive alliances that support each state. Should the regional powerbrokers fail in their diplomatic approaches, a full-scale war on the edge of Europe promises a multi-state conflict.Read more...
Western leaders are still considering an appropriate response to Russia’s use of chemical weapons against its domestic opposition. Should a serious deterrent not be deployed, history suggests we can expect more of the same from Russia going forward.Read more...
In May 2021, Russia will succeed Iceland as chair of the Arctic Council. Issues of military and climate security are likely to define Russia's chairmanship, for which the U.S. should start preparing now.Read more...
Host Andrew Holland and Matthew Wallin discuss the history of New START and the strategic importance of an arms agreement between Russia and the U.S.Read more...
While people across the globe have been hyper-focused on the COVID-19 outbreak, the New START treaty is set to expire in February 2021.Read more...
President Putin has made weekly addresses to the nation, but the reality is that coronavirus management has been pushed onto regional governors in Russia.Read more...
Russia’s expanded Arctic presence is part of President Vladimir Putin’s efforts to elevate Russia’s position on the world stage.Read more...
America’s focus on counterterrorism operations has allowed its capabilities in the field of electronic warfare to atrophy. In the face the increased threat posed by Russia, the United States must focus on improving its electronic warfare capabilities.Read more...
