Tag: Vladimir Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaking at a press conference, with a backdrop focused on strategic defense and nuclear deterrence.

Russia Nuclear Modernization: Coercive Deterrence and Strategic Messaging

In a December 2025 address, Vladimir Putin declared Russia’s nuclear forces “92% modernized,” showcasing high-tech weapons like the Oreshnik, Burevestnik, and Poseidon. With the New START treaty nearing expiration and Oreshnik missiles now deployed in Belarus, Moscow is leveraging strategic uncertainty and doomsday capabilities to deter Western interference and gain diplomatic advantage in Ukraine.

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Donald Trump shaking hands with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of U.S. and Ukrainian flags

The Dealmaker’s Folly: How Appeasement in Ukraine Defines Trump’s Legacy

In a critical assessment for Kyiv Post, Bohdan Nahaylo claims that Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine war signifies a catastrophic failure of U.S. leadership. He argues that Trump, instead of being a diplomatic strategist, acts as “Putin’s greatest asset,” favoring a dangerous policy of appeasement that undermines long-term American security for a temporary diplomatic gain. Nahaylo suggests that while Ukraine may suffer territorial losses, Trump will ultimately be judged harshly in history for abandoning democratic values and eroding the post-1945 international order.

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US and Ukrainian flags flying side-by-side on a pole, with the dome of the US Capitol Building blurred in the background

The Illusion of Peace: Why Washington’s Rush to Deal Risks a Continental Collapse

The current diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine seem more focused on creating a favorable public image than achieving true stability. The Trump administration’s push for a swift resolution to the ongoing conflict appears motivated by a desire for a political legacy rather than the realities on the ground. By seeking a quick solution instead of a sustainable security framework, the U.S. risks providing the Kremlin with a strategic advantage, potentially destabilizing the European Union and leaving Ukraine vulnerable to future attacks.

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