Archive - Navigating the Vortex

Territorial concessions, and who makes them, are central to any Ukraine peace deal — and to Russia’s long-term agenda

By Tetyana Malyarenko and Stefan Wolff

May 15 •

7:56

Russia's partnership with China, Iran, and North Korea is deepening

But is this a sign of Moscow's strength or an indication of weakness?

May 14 •

7:21

Europe begins to stand on its own feet

The continent has an opportunity – and an obligation – to carve out a more secure and independent space in a hostile global environment.

May 9 •

7:31

Zelenskyy has pulled off a tactical win for Ukraine

The minerals deal buys Kyiv more time to let Trump realise that Putin is playing him.

May 7 •

7:02

April 2025

As Europe releases proposals for a ceasefire in Ukraine, Trump is falling into the trap of Munich 1938

By Tetyana Malyarenko and Stefan Wolff

Apr 26 •

7:42

Trump is still the only one with a chance of getting Ukraine and Russia to the table

But a time-limited, shaky ceasefire is likely the best he will achieve.

Apr 25 •

7:39

The path to peace in Ukraine narrows down further — even if Trump secures a ceasefire

By Tetyana Malyarenko & Stefan Wolff

Apr 22 •

8:08

Washington and Moscow continue to squabble over the Arctic

With Norway's Svalbard increasingly in Russia's crosshairs, it's no longer just about Greenland.

Apr 5 •

9:43

March 2025

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