andrew-fink
What Putin’s Talking About When He Talks About ‘American Exceptionalism’
In his eyes, everything is about power and the will to use it, and Americans merely camouflage their moves a bit better.
The Legacy of Soviet Anti-Jewish Propaganda Rears Its Ugly Head
After Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov smeared Volodymyr Zelensky, his agency doubled down.
Russia and China Team Up to Accuse America of ’Imperialism’
China has been quiet on Russia’s war effort, but draws parallels between our assistance to Ukraine and our support of Taiwan
How Ukraine’s Neighbors Will Shape Its War Effort
Poland, Romania, and Slovakia have been especially helpful. And then there are Belarus and Hungary.
Does Russia Have Designs on Southern Ukraine?
While the action heats up in the east, statements from two retired generals point to an attempt on Odesa.
Lenin Returns to Ukraine
It’s part of Russia’s attempt to ‘put things back the way they were.’
Russia Decides to Blame NATO for Sinking the Moskva
This kind of messaging could be used to pre-justify any activities Russia might take against NATO countries.
What Will Ukraine Do With Captured Putin Pal Viktor Medvedchuk?
Zelensky has suggested a prisoner exchange, but so far Russia is rejecting it.
The ‘Butcher of Syria’ Now Leads Russia’s Troops in Ukraine
Aleksandr Dvornikov isn't the kind of person you put in charge if you're looking for a rapid negotiated peace.
Lessons From the Winter War
In 1939, Stalin’s Red Army thought it would capture Helsinki in a matter of weeks. Finland had other ideas.