Europe's Edge
The Nordic countries should plough ahead with joint preparations for war with Russia. It makes no sense to wait for allies, and there are immediate steps available.
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October 9, 2026
Readying the Nordics for War – Let’s Not Waste Time
The Nordic countries should plough ahead with joint preparations for war with Russia. It makes no sense to wait for allies, and there are immediate steps available.
October 9, 2026
Putin and Xi United by a Love of Corruption
Failure to address corruption has weakened democracies and enabled organized crime, but Russia and China use graft an instrument of state control.
October 9, 2026
Trust Is as Important to NATO as Guns
Europe’s security debate focuses on defense capabilities, technological resilience, critical infrastructure, and the ability to act independently, but public trust in NATO is just as vital.
October 7, 2026
China Needs Russia in the Fight
Russia is increasingly dependent on China, but that does not make the relationship one-sided. Moscow still brings assets to the partnership that Beijing cannot afford to lose.
October 7, 2026
Silence, Delusion and Robots: Ukraine’s Eastern Advances
A decisive victory for Ukraine in the Donbas has reset expectations of what can be achieved on the battlefield of 2026.
October 6, 2026
Key European Airports Need Permanent Drone Defenses
Europe is woefully unprepared for the realities of drone warfare, and a coordinated Russian attack would do very serious harm. It urgently needs a plan.
October 5, 2026
Russia Attacks – Would NATO Freeze?
The idea that NATO forces would hesitate if engaged by the Russians is misguided, says former alliance official and US Army Maj. Gen. (rtd.) Skip Davis.
October 5, 2026
The Czechs: 1938 and All That
The Czech Republic marks two milestones in the next few weeks. One celebratory, one somber.
October 5, 2026
Putin and His War Without End
The Russian leader has set out his demands: Europe must bend the knee, or the war will go on and on and on.