Despite the dramatic headlines, the leaked Russian military documents that discuss the conditions in which a beleaguered Moscow might resort to using nuclear armaments is not surprising. Read it here.

Forecasts of imminent Chinese dominance are undermined by multiple and severe structural crises. Read it here.

Sanctions historically have failed to deter or change bad behavior on the international stage. Read it here.

The convergence of regional crises and far-right populism presents a formidable challenge for the United States. Read it here.

Adding marine industrial capacity is a must if the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard are to keep pace with Chinese sea power. Read it here.