A symbolic illustration of Putin’s long game: a chessboard with Kremlin pieces advancing against NATO pawns, with a drone hovering above.

Putin’s Long Game: From Drones Over Europe to Dividing the West

Putin’s long game is about more than drones over Europe. From testing NATO’s patience to fueling disinformation, here’s why ignoring him is a dangerous mistake Introduction: The Long Con of Authoritarians Here’s the thing about Vladimir Putin: he doesn’t do quick wins. He plays the long game. While Western leaders change every five minutes, he’s been parked in the Kremlin since the late ’90s, steadily … Continue reading Putin’s Long Game: From Drones Over Europe to Dividing the West

Russian drones over Europe — silhouette of a military drone flying above the continent at night.

Russian Drones Over Europe: Why We Can’t Afford to Ignore the Warning Signs

If you’ve seen the headlines about Russian drones over Europe, you know this isn’t random. They aren’t accidents, they’re warnings. The Buzz in the Skies Recent headlines make it clear: Russian drones are creeping into European airspace. Not just Ukraine. Not just the “front line.” They are appearing in places they should never be. Some say it is “accidental.” Sure. And I accidentally eat an … Continue reading Russian Drones Over Europe: Why We Can’t Afford to Ignore the Warning Signs