We Still Don’t Know Why Russia Invaded Ukraine We Still Don’t Know Why Russia Invaded Ukraine
From the beginning, the war has thoroughly confounded military mavens and experts on Russia and Ukraine.
Mar 30, 2023 / Rajan Menon
The “International Community” Is an Ineffectual Fantasy The “International Community” Is an Ineffectual Fantasy
World leaders invoke it. We're lead to believe it will act on our behalf. Does it even exist?
Nov 16, 2022 / Rajan Menon
Calls for a Diplomatic Settlement in Ukraine Are Misplaced Calls for a Diplomatic Settlement in Ukraine Are Misplaced
There is not a shred of evidence that suggests Moscow and Kyiv are ready to begin real negotiations.
Jul 28, 2022 / Rajan Menon
How Will the War in Ukraine End? How Will the War in Ukraine End?
If you’re betting on a democratic Russia anytime soon, you’d better hope peacefully.
Jun 29, 2022 / Rajan Menon
The Economic Shock Waves From the War in Ukraine Will Impact Us All The Economic Shock Waves From the War in Ukraine Will Impact Us All
Poor people in wealthy countries will feel the impact, but those in the poorest ones will suffer so much more.
May 6, 2022 / Rajan Menon
The Strategic Blunder That Led to Today’s Conflict in Ukraine The Strategic Blunder That Led to Today’s Conflict in Ukraine
There was a world out there for the planet’s sole superpower to lead, and the US wasn’t about to waste time on introspection.
Feb 10, 2022 / Rajan Menon
It’s No Surprise Our Water Infrastructure Is So Bad It’s No Surprise Our Water Infrastructure Is So Bad
You’d think the wealthiest country in the world could supply its own population with drinkable water. But you’d be wrong.
Nov 17, 2021 / Rajan Menon
What Can We Learn From the War in Afghanistan? What Can We Learn From the War in Afghanistan?
Four lessons worth considering.
Sep 16, 2021 / Rajan Menon
Kabul Has Fallen. Now What? Kabul Has Fallen. Now What?
With the collapse of the US-backed government, Washington must chart a new course—but it won’t be easy.
Aug 16, 2021 / Rajan Menon
Wealthy Countries Have Left the Rest of the World Behind Wealthy Countries Have Left the Rest of the World Behind
Vaccine nationalism bought wealthy countries a return to normalcy, while leaving the Global South with devastating surges.
Jun 22, 2021 / Rajan Menon