Trump’s Ukraine tightrope, how to fix the FBI and other commentary
Historian: Trump’s Ukraine Tightrope President Trump must “move quickly and decisively” to end the “Biden killing-field policy” in Ukraine, Victor Davis Hanson explains in American Greatness. That’s why he’s pushing a “deal no one will like now — but may be appreciated once the slaughter ends.” Last week’s rhetoric was aimed at persuading Zelensky “to […]
How to kill Putin’s profits without hitting farmers – POLITICO
All bark, no bite? EU farmers have already taken to the streets over rising costs and tough new green rules. Another spike in fertilizer prices could spark fresh rounds of protests — think tractors blocking roads and paralyzing capitals. That’s a political nightmare Brussels wants to avoid. At the same time, the slow rollout frustrates […]
How To Live In The Coldest Inhabited Place On Earth—Explained By A Biologist
In the world’s coldest town—where even boiling water can freeze in seconds—around 900 residents find … [+] normalcy in a life defined by extreme temperatures. This is their story. getty At the turn of the year, winter storm Blair swept a flurry of ice, snow and freezing temperatures across the United States. Lows of 0 […]
Europe’s right wing shows Trump how to do climate, MAGA-style – POLITICO
A senior climate negotiator for a European right-wing government said the economic argument was a no-brainer. “Our companies see they can make money from the green transition,” he said. “And the earlier you start the transformation, the bigger a winner you’ll be as a company or a country.” 2. Reduce immigration Promising to limit immigration […]
How to Make the Most of the Kursk Gambit by Samuel Charap & Charles A. Kupchan
To capitalize on the increased leverage afforded by its military successes in Russia’s Kursk region, Ukraine should pursue negotiations to de-escalate and eventually end the war. Even if the Kremlin rejects talks, that will be useful information for everyone involved. WASHINGTON, DC – Ukraine’s bold incursion into Russia’s Kursk region gives the country a much-needed […]
How to rein in Russia’s shadow fleet – POLITICO
Last month delivered a frightening dose of reality: The tankers Hafnia Nile and Ceres I collided in Malaysian waters, resulting in blazes on both ships and a major hassle for the Malaysian authorities. The Hafnia Nile, sailing under the Singaporean flag, was operating legally, with some 300,000 barrels of naphtha on board. The Ceres I, […]
To Blow Up Russia’s Turtle Tanks, Hit Them With Two Drones In A Row
A very crude Russian turtle tank. Via social media Desperate to clear mines in the no-man’s-land between Russian and Ukrainian positions—and equally desperate to protect the mine-clearers from Ukraine’s explosive first-person-view drones—the Russian military devised a new kind of vehicle this spring. It’s an up-armored tank with mine-exploding rollers and shed-like improvised armor to shield […]
How to watch the EU election like a Pro – POLITICO
Estonia holds its official election day, even though voting started on June 3. It elects seven MEPs. Polling stations open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Estonia prides itself on its electronic voting: people can cast a ballot from their computer at home. Finland votes from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. It elects 15 members. […]
Foreign Influence Campaigns Don’t Know How to Use AI Yet Either
Today, OpenAI released its first threat report, detailing how actors from Russia, Iran, China, and Israel have attempted to use its technology for foreign influence operations across the globe. The report named five different networks that OpenAI identified and shut down between 2023 and 2024. In the report, OpenAI reveals that established networks like Russia’s […]
U.S., EU and NATO decry Georgia’s decision to adopt ‘Russian law’
Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili delivers a speech during an gathering celebrating Europe Day outside her residence in Tbilisi on May 9, 2024. (Photo by Vano SHLAMOV / AFP) (Photo by VANO SHLAMOV/AFP via Getty Images) Vano Shlamov | Afp | Getty Images Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili on Wednesday held talks with European ministers to urgently […]