Author: Kyle Rose

Ukraine’s desire to join NATO has become a key focus for European and American foreign policies since the 2022 Russian invasion. Ukraine’s readiness for NATO membership depends on its success in implementing military and political reforms, including transitioning to a full NATO command structure and addressing corruption within its high command. The biggest hurdle for Ukraine’s NATO ascension is the clash between NATO’s defensive nature and Russia’s control of internationally-recognized Ukrainian territory, which raises concerns about potential escalation and nuclear war. Since the start of Russia’s invasion in 2022, Ukraine’s overwhelming desire to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)…

The US provides crucial military support to Ukraine amidst the ongoing war, with broad support from top officials including President Joe Biden, Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. While aid to Ukraine is generally supported by both parties in Congress, there are subsets of Republican and Democratic backbenchers who advocate for reducing or ending aid, reflecting divisions within the political landscape. Public opinion on US aid to Ukraine is polarized along party lines, with Democrats largely supporting aid and Republicans expressing more opposition. However, overall support for military spending and Ukraine’s success in the…

With the war in Ukraine well into its second year, much attention has been given to the sustainability of US aid to Ukraine. While US President Joe Biden has committed the US to providing support for Ukraine for the foreseeable future, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s strategy appears to be waiting out US money and material. However, which one is more realistic? To see which will win out in the end, we must look at the fundamentals of US aid and how they will affect both the support’s longevity and its effectiveness. The budget for the Ukraine war is substantial, but…

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken embarks on a first official visit to China, signaling a shift towards active diplomatic engagement. The visit aims to foster open lines of communication and prevent military escalation while addressing regional and global issues of importance. The meeting sets the stage for a broader and more nuanced conversation, establishing foundations for future discussions between US and China. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is set to visit China from June 18 to June 19, where he is set to talk with senior Communist Party officials. The US self-reported aims are to foster open lines…

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s visit to India paves the way for an upgraded military partnership and deepened defense industry cooperation. The shift in India’s reliance on Russia for defense needs due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with increased procurement from the US. Growing US-India alliance driven by mutual interests in countering Chinese military influence and securing the India-China border. US defense secretary Lloyd Austin traveled to India earlier this week to meet with Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. The meeting, which aimed to advance the goals of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) – a…