Putin’s many paradoxes
Putin's decision to leave the UN-brokered grain export arrangement is another indicator of the value that the Kremlin places on human life.
The on-going erosion of Russian statehood
"Putin’s leadership continues to erode Russia’s economic and military security. His actions do nothing to enhance the welfare of Russian citizens. Under Putin, Russia is best described as an increasingly disorganised irrational fiefdom."
Crimean Tatar fighters increasing role in resistance to Russia
A resistance group of Crimean Tatars, an ethnic group native to the Russian-occupied peninsula, is now a prominent player in the Ukraine war.
Counter-offensive gathers pace while Wagner takes new role
Reports from the front lines of the various conflict zones reveal daily just how difficult Ukraine is finding its summer counter-offensive.
A brief look at the British Defence Budget in the 1990s
In the early 1990s, the end of the Cold War allegedly led to the 'Peace Dividend' in Britain and elsewhere. The British Government adopted large and significant cuts to the defence budget.
China restricts key semiconductor metals
The move has the potential to harm a range of Western tech manufacturers that use these elements to make their products.
NATO’s Vilnius summit tackles Ukraine, membership issues
Vilnius summit will reflect fresh sense of purpose over Ukraine war – but hard questions remain over membership issues.
The Scottish Greens are wasting your time on Trident
The Scottish Greens' unfeasible Trident proposal disrespects voters, wasting time on political theatre and distraction. This undermines the critical debate on nuclear weapons in Scotland no matter which side you are on.
Ukraine war shows conflict expanding into space
Ukraine possesses no satellites of their own, but nonetheless space technology has played a key role in supporting its operations.
