The Face of Escalation: Putin has Already Escalated the War. Semantics Won’t Stop Him from Going Further
Putin escalates when he can, independent of semantics regarding quantity and type of weapons aid.
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FAQ on the Russian War in Ukraine: What Are We Fighting For?
On February 24th 2022, Russia started bombing Ukrainian cities at 5 am in the morning. The causalties of Ukrainians have been enormous – already thousands of people in 26 days, and the death toll is growing.
Insights into Russia-Negotiations: A Reality Check
Western media and politicians continue to comment on the Ukraine-Russia “peace talks.” Their remarks can be likened to the commentary on a game of chess with speculation about the next possible move, whilst one opponent is beating up the other with a chessboard.
The Last Colonial War in Europe or Why Ukraine Cannot Surrender
Ukraine is fighting the last anti-colonial war in Europe. If it loses, it will cease to exist and the law of the jungle will be a new global order. Thus, Ukrainians have no choice but to fight. And the world, if it wants to restore a rules-based global order, should help Ukraine win.
Stop Imagining Putin’s Overthrow. Fantasies Won’t Help Ukraine.
The West needs to consider its second-best options. Ending the war instantly isn’t possible.
Ukraine’s Nuclear Plants: How Can We De-escalate Russia’s Real Nuclear Threat?
The brutal attack of Putin’s army on Ukraine is escalating as we breathe. Yet, the vital act of breathing has been endangered for millions of people.
The West’s Three Major Miscalculations in Putin’s War on Ukraine
Russia’s economy runs on oil and gas. More than half of the Russian Federation’s annual budget is dependent on fluctuations in commodity prices.
