Ukraine War

Russia’s Army Is Growing, Warns Ukraine’s Top Commander
Despite its heavy losses, Russia has not only replenished casualties but also increased the total number of troops fighting against Ukraine.

The Two Reasons Russia Has Stopped Moving Forward in Ukraine
Despite local advances, the Russian military is struggling to maintain its offensive operations after almost one full year on the attack.

America’s Ambassador to Ukraine Resigns
Brink did not have an easy job—serving as the link between the United States and Ukraine at a time of profound difficulty for the latter country.

Russia’s Air Force Is Still at Full Strength—but Its Navy Is a Mess
Thus far in the conflict, the Russian Aerospace Forces and the Russian Navy have had vastly different experiences.

These Three Countries Are Backing Russia’s War in Ukraine
Although Russia would like people to think that it is fighting alone in Ukraine, the Russian military relies on foreign military aid to a far greater degree than is usually...

Ukraine Captures Chinese Citizens Fighting for Russia
The timing of the Chinese citizens’ capture—as Russia and Ukraine have begun indirect talks towards a ceasefire that would end the war—is notable, and President Zelensky highlighted their presence as...

Three Years Into the Ukraine War, Russia’s Army Is Stronger Than Ever
Last year, the Russian forces lost over 400,000 men in the fighting. But they managed to replace losses on an almost one-to-one ratio.

America’s Top NATO Commander Just Estimated Russian Losses In Ukraine—and They’re Lower Than Expected
Despite its heavy losses, the Russian military leadership persists in its attritional strategy, exchanging men for Ukrainian territory.

Can Europe Replace American Support for Ukraine? Here’s What to Know
The European Union consists of dozens of member states—and although there is a broad alignment in pro-Ukraine sentiment, decisions to aid Kyiv are bound to be rife with national considerations.

Russia’s Military Draft Means Trouble for Ukraine (And Putin, Too)
Throughout the three-year war, the Kremlin has been very careful to avoid conscripting men from the country’s most politically influential parts.

The Long History Behind Russia’s Attrition War in Ukraine
Today in Ukraine, the Russian military is pursuing a strategy remarkably similar to that of the past—using its overwhelming numerical superiority in men and weapon systems to achieve goals on...

The Su-27’s Legacy for the Russian Air Force
The Su-27’s legacy for Russian military aviation cannot be understated.