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The Spiritual Lessons of a Christian Nationalist Military Defeat
Power corrupts, Christendom clashes with Christianity, and brutality isn’t strength.
Our Best Stuff From Another Big Week for Ukraine
An explosion takes out a portion of the bridge connecting Russia to Crimea.
A New NATO Heavyweight?
Poland’s importance in the alliance has grown as it increased military spending and deepened ties to neighboring Ukraine.
Our Best Stuff From a Week of Big Russia News
Putin threatens nuclear weapons, tries to annex Ukrainian land, and Russian forces make a retreat.
The Most Dangerous Moment Since the Cuban Missile Crisis
Nothing in the past 60 years has brought us to the brink of nuclear catastrophe. Putin is doing his best.
Conscription Fears Spark a Russian Exodus
Thousands of men fleeing the country undermine Vladimir Putin’s mobilization efforts.
The Falling Pound
The British currency is at an all-time low. Is Liz Truss’ fiscal policy to blame, or something else?
Forged Document Seeks to Diminish European Support for Ukraine
A phony report suggests the U.S. wanted war to create an economic crisis for Germany.
Why Russia Is Using Iranian-Made Drones in Ukraine
Despite decades of sanctions, the Islamic Republic has developed a relatively sophisticated military drone program.
Iran After Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
How the Islamic Republic’s 83-year-old ruler plans to cement his repressive legacy: a Dispatch Explainer.
Why You Shouldn’t Be Surprised by Ukraine’s Success
The Ukrainians have shown the value of sticking to one’s principles.
Queen Elizabeth and Power That Transcends Politics
Preserving virtuous institutions is its own noble purpose.
Our Best Stuff From a Big Week for Ukraine
A surprise campaign in the country’s northeast has Russian forces retreating.