Russia

5 Reasons Why Congress Must Approve Aid to Ukraine Right Away

Immediate assistance to Ukraine is an imperative to counter Russian aggression, address Ukraine's immediate security needs, strengthen European and NATO resolve, check China's regional ambitions, and underscore American global leadership in times of crisis.

The United States, Ukraine, and the Global South

Missed opportunities fuel global ambivalence on Ukraine; reforming political and economic decision-making bodies can help rebuild trust.

Ukraine vs. Russia: 1 Year Later

CAP Senior Fellow Johan Hassel reflects on the Ukrainian-Russian war one year later.

Why the United States Must Stay the Course on Ukraine

The United States must maintain its course on Ukraine because it is essential to America’s national security interests and democratic values. A Ukraine defeat would create a more dangerous and unstable world.

The Seeds of Russia’s Military Collapse in Ukraine Were Planted by its Bungled Elimination of Conscription

Larry Korb describes the conditions that allowed Russia's forces to be overwhelmed by Ukrainian troops.

Nuclear Escalation Would Be Disastrous for Russia

Lawrence J. Korb and Steve Cimbala argue why Russia would not be able to contain a nuclear war on Ukrainian territory.

A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy

The 2022 National Security Strategy introduces new ideas on navigating strategic competition with China and Russia, investing at home, and a renewed focus on the fight against climate change.

Reviving arms control, post-Ukraine: Why New START still matters

Larry Korb discusses the challenges of nuclear arms control and U.S.-Russia relations that may arise once there is a negotiated peace settlement with Ukraine.

Extremist US Politicians Are Aiding and Abetting Autocratic Hungarian Regime

The extreme right brazenly supports Hungarian efforts to impede U.S. and European Union allied interests, subverting policies that would ensure corporations pay their fair share and sanction Russia for its Ukraine invasion.

A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch – In Person Audience

A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch

Russia’s re-invasion of Ukraine and democratic backsliding at home and abroad pose threats to the freedom and security of the United States, its allies, and its partners.

Russia’s Nuclear Threat Inflation: Misguided and Dangerous

Lawrence J. Korb and Stephen Cimbala write about Russia's nuclear threat.

Opportunities and Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean: Examining U.S. Interests and Regional Cooperation

Alan Makovsky, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, provided testimony on March 31, 2022, before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on the United States’ involvement in the Eastern Mediterranean amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.

The best solution to high gas prices: tax the oil companies

Patrick Gaspard discusses why Congress should enact a temporary windfall profits tax on Big Oil to ensure these companies are not profiting from Russian's war in Ukraine.

As Energy Prices Skyrocket, Congress Must Return the Oil and Gas Industry’s Windfall Profits to the American People

Congress should enact a temporary tax on windfall profits from the oil and gas companies that are raking in record profits at a time of crisis-level energy prices.

Seeking Accountability and Justice for Crimes Committed in Ukraine

The international community’s message must be clear: Russia’s acts of aggression and any human rights violations against the Ukrainian people will not go unpunished.

Achieving Energy Independence While Supporting European Allies

Congress and the White House should act immediately to support our European allies and build long-term energy independence, while also providing American families with relief from the increased costs inflicted by the fossil fuel industry profiteering off Putin’s war on Ukraine.

Even if Putin prevails in Ukraine, he’s already lost the world

Stephen J. Cimbala and Lawrence J. Korb write about the costs of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The EU should borrow together once again — this time for common defense

Max Bergmann and Benjamin Haddad discuss why, particularly in light of the Russia-Ukraine crisis, the European Union should develop its own integrated defense industry and make significant investments in modernizing European militaries.

Putin’s Quagmire: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is a Strategic Disaster for the Kremlin

Russia is now engaged in a war it cannot win. No matter how events play out on the battlefield, Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is a strategic disaster for Russia.

Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Provoked a Powerful Response

Watch this video from the Center for American Progress to learn more about the United States' response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

How Japan and South Korea Can Contribute to an International Response to a Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Japan's and South Korea’s pursuit of Russia ties should not prevent them from joining with other democracies to oppose invasion.

How the United States Should Respond if Russia Invades Ukraine

A Russian invasion of Ukraine must come at a high cost to the Kremlin.

How Russia Views the Ukraine Crisis

Lawrence J. Korb writes about Russia's view of Ukraine's crisis.