The Zelensky Doctrine: Combining Diplomatic Praise with Military Demands
A clear strategic doctrine is emerging from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: a potent combination of public praise for allies' diplomatic achievements and firm, specific...
Zelensky to Trump: “Thank You, Mr. President!”
In a public expression of gratitude and partnership, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky concluded his summary of a weekend phone call with a direct address:...
The Unseen Work of Peace: Why Machado Prevailed
The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize is a celebration of the unseen work of peace-building. MarÃa Corina Machado was honored not for a single, dramatic...
The Self-Destruct Sequence: French Government Implodes on Launchpad
The French government of Sebastien Lecornu has completed a stunning self-destruct sequence, imploding on the launchpad just as it was preparing for liftoff. The...
A Game of Trust: Can Hamas and Israel Adhere to the New Agreement?
The newly accepted peace deal is fundamentally a game of trust between two sworn enemies, Hamas and Israel. The success or failure of the...
Is Trump the New Henry Kissinger? A Controversial Nobel Precedent
Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination has some observers drawing parallels to one of the most controversial decisions in Nobel history: the 1973 award...