'This vote confirmed that despite rising isolationist sentiments, the United States remains a beacon of hope for those defending democracy and a reliable partner to its allies, at least till the end of the year.' Elena Davlikanova National Interest buff.ly/3Qaa5KQ

“While the focus has been on Ukraine’s stalled land counteroffensive, Kyiv has been making progress on sea and in the air. Properly targeted weapons shipments could make a real difference.” Michael DiCianna cepa.org/article/german…

'As with most conflicts where Russia was once a key power, the message is clear: a security guarantee from the Kremlin is no longer of very much use.' Ben Dubow buff.ly/3JoQiU1

“Flood the country with massive quantities of arms and ammunition, as quickly as possible,” Kurt Volker explains how US aid can be used to achieve a decisive victory in Ukraine in a recent article by Olena Mukhina. buff.ly/3JxcY4s

'The resolution would symbolize a collective determination to seek justice for the victims and to unequivocally oppose genocide in all its manifestations,' Dr. Leon Hartwell discusses a UN draft resolution commemorating the Srebrenica Genocide. Just Security buff.ly/44a1Mo3

'The D9+ should become a voice against protectionism and a positive messenger for an open digital economy, pushing Europe to meet its ambitious goals for the Digital Decade.' Lucinda Creighton #DigitalAlliance buff.ly/3w6t41O

Goodbye Putin: Disarming the Gas Transit Weapon | 'Russia has long targeted Ukraine’s key energy infrastructure, but recent developments are much more serious and much more devastating.' Dr. Benjamin L. Schmitt🇺🇦 Aura Sabadus buff.ly/4aLnTDR

Stick, Carrot and More Stick: The Kremlin and Russian Youth | 'The Russian regime is battling to keep young people on its side and at home, as its own analysts admit many want to leave.' Kseniya "Kassie" Kirillova buff.ly/3xRmNaY

'Because China’s rise dominates the headlines, it is perhaps natural to conclude that Beijing has become the US and EU’s top trade partner. That’s wrong.' Daniel S. Hamilton #DigitalAlliance buff.ly/4aOyZHY

'Despite the boasting and bluster, Russians are suffering under the weight of Putin’s war of aggression and the cracks are starting to show.' Julia Davis buff.ly/3xWYDM0

The US National Guard plans to use Google’s AI image-recognition technology for faster and more effective disaster response. Find more of latest tech policy updates on CEPA’s Transatlantic Tech Policy Tracker. #DigitalAlliance buff.ly/3LD3zd9

'Slovakia has built a thriving car industry. China and the electric vehicle transition now threaten this success.' Viliam Ostatník #DigitalAlliance buff.ly/4b8gxK9

Join us on May 7 in DC for a discussion on digital security and the #EUAIAct at the Special Competitive Studies Project AI Expo for National Competitiveness with NSCEB and NEDemocracy. Register today!👇 buff.ly/4b7lFhL

'In the past two years, Ukrainian bravery bought the West time. Time to wake up. Time to make plans, and to make hard decisions. Sadly, much of that time was wasted.' Edward Lucas buff.ly/3U3Km7G

'What Kyiv needs now is greater international support for either drone development or long-range missile supplies, greater actionable intelligence, and most importantly, the proper diplomatic cover from its allies.' Michael DiCianna buff.ly/3W9xgIK

Swedish Schizophrenia: Tech Superstars with a Small Voice | 'Despite playing a starring role in European tech success, Sweden surprises with its weak digital policy.' Clara Riedenstein #DigitalAlliance buff.ly/4dcmms4

Russia and the Damned 1990s | 'A documentary from the Navalny Foundation has caused anger and recrimination among the leading lights of the post-Soviet state.' Irina Borogan Andrei Soldatov buff.ly/4d3IHId