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Spotlight on Crises Crossroads: Ukraine

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What Does Russia’s ‘Partial Mobilization’ Mean?

Putin’s announcement of partial mobilization on September 21 signaled a major escalation of the war. Although the mobilization faces many problems, it might allow the Russians to stretch the war into the winter, when they hope the Europeans, facing hardship, will settle.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian — September 26, 2022

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Canada's Role in Global Maritime Security

The CSIS International Security Program hosted a virtual featuring Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, on Canada’s role in protecting the world’s oceans.

Transcript — November 3, 2023

China’s New Graphite Restrictions

On October 20, in response to the widened U.S. semiconductor controls, China announced a new set of export restrictions on certain graphite products, which are key for EV battery manufacturing.

Commentary by Emily Benson and Thibault Denamiel — October 23, 2023

Poland’s Election Could Transform the European Union

The Polish opposition's win in the country's parliamentary elections is hugely significant for the future of the European Union. A Polish government led by Donald Tusk could jumpstart needed reforms to the union's structure and powers, with major geopolitical implications.

Commentary by Max Bergmann — October 19, 2023

UK’s First Sea Lord on the Royal Navy

On Tuesday, October 17, 2023, CSIS International Security Program hosted a discussion with the UK’s First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Ben Key.

Transcript — October 17, 2023

Funding a Decisive Ukraine Victory Is an Investment, Not a Cost

U.S. support for Ukraine is an investment, not a cost. Working with its allies, the United States should provide the military and economic aid to ensure a decisive victory for Ukraine. Failure to do so would lead to a protracted war with larger global consequences.

Commentary by Romina Bandura and Ilya Timtchenko — October 12, 2023

Conventional-Nuclear Integration to Strengthen Deterrence

The evolving geopolitical landscape demands strategies for disincentivizing adversarial nuclear use to advance regional goals. In response, the United States and its allies are considering strategies to integrate conventional and nuclear forces and bolster deterrence.

Commentary by Doreen Horschig and Nicholas Adamopoulos — October 4, 2023