What does the Russian ultimatum to the West mean?
On December 17, the Russian Foreign Ministry unveiled two draft texts — a “Treaty between the United States…
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Analyst: Russia sees Cold War parallel in Ukraine standoff with the U.S. [Think Cuban missile crisis.]
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Why Russia Probably Won't Attack Ukraine
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White House: Russia Stepping Up Disinformation In Possible Invasion Prelude
U.S. sees rising likelihood of Russian military action against Ukraine, promises strong response.
The Strategic Case for Risking War in Ukraine - WSJ
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Is a War Over Ukraine Inevitable? | The National Interest
If Putin prefers to continue the force buildup on Ukraine’s border, he is likely to provoke an increasingly tough NATO response both economically and militarily.
Not a Drill: Putin’s Going into Ukraine This Time | The National Interest
Putin smells weakness in Washington, Europe, and Ukraine. There’s never been a better time to reclaim his “historic lands.” Will we let him?