Guest Essay

Analyzing Russian Disinformation with the Kettering Foundation

My Overview of the Strategic Goals and Active Operations of Russia's Disinformation Campaign

Oct 14 •

Alexander Vindman

"What the U.S. Election Means for Ukraine"

My latest piece in Foreign Affairs

Sep 25 •

Alexander Vindman

A New Low for Trump in Arlington

My Thoughts on Trump's Shameful, Disrespectful Stunt in Arlington

Sep 9 •

Alexander Vindman

Know Your Enemy: the Shahed-136

The Drone at the Center of the Iranian-Russian Axis and Tehran's Attacks on Israel

Apr 13 •

Alexander Vindman

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Lessons Learned? Evaluating Past US Anti-Corruption Policy Responses to the Challenges of Securing US Arms Exports to Ukraine Today

This Guest Essay by Jodi Vittori is Part Two in my Ukraine Corruption Series

Mar 4 •

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Alexander Vindman

How David Fights Goliath: Ukraine’s Campaign of Asymmetric Warfare

Why It Matters publishes guest essays providing thoughtful analysis of critical issues. Justin Tomczyk works as my research assistant.

Feb 29 •

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Alexander Vindman

The Evolving Battlefield in Ukraine: A Comprehensive Overview

Guest Essay by Brigadier General (retired) Mark C. Arnold

Dec 19, 2023 •

Alexander Vindman

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