Germany Braces for Russian Influence Operations
Germany’s interior minister has warned of new efforts by Moscow to sway public opinion. What is “hybrid warfare” — and how to counter it?...
Ukraine: They Won’t be Able to Break Us!
Kiev, London (25/3 – 50) Kiev is being bombed by the Russians, but despite the dangers the indiscriminate bombing brings, Ukrainians have their humor,...
The west can still save Ukraine
If European countries don’t see defeat coming, we can’t turn the wheel to avoid it I left my meeting with a senior French officer...
Rheinmetall Plans to Open at Least 4 Plants in Ukraine
German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall plans to set up at least four factories in Ukraine to produce artillery shells, military vehicles, gunpowder, and anti-aircraft weapons,...
Ukraine Sees Risk of Russia Breaking Through Defences by Summer
Berlin (29/2 – 30) Ukrainian officials are concerned that Russian advances could gain significant momentum by the summer unless their allies can increase the...
The Spy War: How the C.I.A. Secretly Helps Ukraine Fight Putin
For more than a decade, the United States has nurtured a secret intelligence partnership with Ukraine that is now critical for both countries in...
Somalia: Making the Most of the EU-Somalia Joint Roadmap
The Somali government aims to “eliminate” Al-Shabaab by the year’s end, marking a crucial point in its sixteen-year war with the insurgency. In this...
Courage in the Face of Tyranny – Remembering Alexei Navalny
“A concrete kennel, measuring 2.5m x 3m. Most often, it is unbearable due to the cold and dampness. Water collects on the floor, and...
Opportunistic Russia exploits deepening rifts in West Africa
The rift in West Africa became more acute over the weekend after three Sahel countries currently ruled by military juntas announced that they were...
Can Ukraine Still Win?
As Congress continues to delay aid and Volodymyr Zelensky replaces his top commander, military experts debate the possible outcomes. Long before it was reported,...