Marcel Plichta

Marcel Plichta is a PhD Candidate in International Relations at the University of St Andrews and a former analyst for the U.S. Department of Defense

MOSCOW, RUSSIA - MAY 28: (RUSSIA OUT) Russian President Vladimir Putin touches his earphone during a Russian-Yemeni meeting at the Kremlin on May 28, 2025 in Moscow, Russia. President of Yemen Rashad al-Alimi began an official visit to Russia on Tuesday. (Photo by Contributor/Getty Images)

Bamboozled Putin Struggling to Avenge Ukraine Sneak Attack

Spoiler alert: He doesn’t have a clue how to respond.

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Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin photo illustration

Putin’s Trump Strategy in Tatters After Epic Humiliation

A sneak attack on deep-lying Russian airbases could help change the course of the war with Ukraine.

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Vladimir Putin and Elon Musk in cell phones on a smokey red and black background

Deadly Reason Musk’s Secret Putin Talks Are So Damn Scary

The Starlink boss’ regular contact with the Kremlin is very bad news.

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Vladimir Putin

Why Putin’s Absolute Worst Nightmare Just Became Reality

After more than two years of war, the Kremlin is in more trouble than ever in the eyes of the world and—crucially—back home.

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A photo illustration of President Putin, F16 fighter jets, and Swedish ASC 890 aircraft.

One-Two Punch From the Skies Is a Massive Blow to Putin

At last, there’s some good news for Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin is not going to have this war all his own way.

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