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 […]
Tips from a diplomacy pro – POLITICO
“My advice to the U.K. is: Don’t get too hung up on the cosmetic stuff,” Fletcher said. “That’s not easy when you’re in the thick of it — you know, the length of the press conference, the content of the tweet, the day-to-day knock- about stuff.” But he noted that Mandelson, a figure central to […]
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 Reform the UN Security Council by Shang-Jin Wei
Contrary to conventional wisdom, making the Security Council more representative and enhancing its effectiveness do not have to be mutually exclusive goals. In fact, both should be pursued simultaneously to ensure that the UN system is both fair and aligned with today’s geopolitical realities. NEW YORK – As world leaders convened in New York for […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ukrainian Troops Have Figured Out How To Destroy Russian Turtle Tanks
A destroyed Russian turtle tank. Via social media In early April, a new kind of Russian armored vehicle crawled onto the battlefields of Russia’s 27-month wider war on Ukraine: the “turtle tank”—a T-62, T-72 or T-80 tank with add-on metal shells made of roofing material, grates and mesh. As weird as they look, turtle tanks […]
How to turn Trump against Russia? Ask Poland’s President Duda. – POLITICO
But jokes aside, Duda’s meeting coincided with a shift in Trump’s and Republican policy on aiding Ukraine. Within a day of the meeting, Trump, who previously spoke favorably of Putin and blamed Ukraine for his own political woes, took to his social media platform to declare: “As everyone agrees, Ukrainian Survival and Strength should be […]
Biden, Trump differ on how to end war in Ukraine
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, divisions have arisen in Congress over sending military aid to Kyiv. VOA’s Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains how the two presidential frontrunners differ on how to handle the war. VOA footage by Mary Cieslak and Adam Greenbaum. Source link