Even with a ceasefire, the war will continue

7 days ago
Daniel Serwer

The Ukrainians expect any non-democratic regime in Moscow to continue Putin's effort. The war will continue.

Calms before the Balkan storms

1 week ago

Democracy and rule of law in both Bosnia and Serbia are in the balance. The US and EU should be…

Israel in Gaza: illegal, immoral, unwise

2 weeks ago

Israel is making two states living securely side-by-side much more difficult. Law, morality, and wisdom suggest that is a big…

Nuclear Iran – facts, goals and opportunity 

3 weeks ago

President Trump’s decision to kill the Iran nuclear deal was an obvious failure. Lack of knowledge and planning characterized his…

Winning the war with equanimity

4 weeks ago

As I prepare to leave Kyiv Wednesday, here are notes on issues not covered in my earlier posts. Or where…

Ukraine’s opportunities and threats

4 weeks ago

Western appeasement would be a serious mistake. Ending Putin's threat to Ukraine will prevent war elsewhere. That is a worthy…

Ukraine’s strengths and weaknesses

4 weeks ago

Whatever the strengths and weaknesses on the Ukrainian side, Moscow will not implement whatever it signs. The best that can…

Culture, religion, and education in Ukraine

4 weeks ago

We shouldn't expect world class museums, performances, and universities. When we find them, they merit not only praise but support.

Rebuilding Ukraine: Hopes and Challenges

1 month ago

I'll be speaking at the Kyiv School of Economics Monday, also via Zoom. Please join: 🗓️ Date and time: May…

First impressions of a peaceful Kyiv at war

1 month ago

Street signs declare: "Kyiv is waiting for you after the victory." It's a strange message to those foreigners who are…