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US Probing how American Electronics Wound up in Russian Military Gear
Federal agents have begun questioning U.S. technology companies on how their computer chips ended up in Russian military equipment recovered in Ukraine. Commerce Department agents who enforce export controls are…

Russia Is Weaponizing Food Supplies in Ukraine, Europe Says
European Union foreign-policy chief Josep Borrell casts doubt on Russia’s claims that it isn’t hindering grain exports.

Congress of Vienna Redux: How the OSCE Can Foster Peace in Ukraine
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), like the Congress of Vienna before it, could help facilitate the creation of a new and more stable European security order.

Not Built for Purpose: The Russian Military’s Ill-Fated Force Design
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a deeply flawed military operation, from Moscow’s assumptions about an easy victory, to a lack of preparation, poor planning, and force employment. Less attention has…

‘Ashamed’ Russian Diplomat Resigns Over Putin’s ‘Aggressive War’
A diplomat at Russia’s mission to the United Nations in Geneva has resigned over the war in Ukraine, writing that he has never been “so ashamed” of his country, in…

China Insists Party Elites Shed Overseas Assets, Eyeing Western Sanctions on Russia
China’s Communist Party will block promotions for senior cadres whose spouses or children hold significant assets abroad, people familiar with the matter said, as Beijing seeks to insulate its top…

US Readying an Arms-Aid Package to Wean India Away from Russian Weapons
The US is preparing a military aid package for India to deepen security ties and reduce the country’s dependence on Russian weapons, people familiar with the matter said. The package…

US and Allies Blame Russia for Viasat Hack Ahead of Ukraine Invasion
The U.S., Canada and European powers this week blamed Russia for a February cyberattack that disrupted internet service for tens of thousands of people in the critical moments that preceded…