It may not arrive soon, but eventually there *will* be an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. What then? New RAND research explores how the U.S. might deal with Russia following the conflict—and why it's so important to begin planning for that now. 🧵 bit.ly/4bwvN4A

This week marks the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. How has the war changed in the last year? And considering the uncertain future of Western aid to Ukraine, where might the conflict go from here? New Q&A with RAND experts: bit.ly/49iFYZb

On the anniversary of Gershkovich's detention, I discuss in The Hill how jailing foreigners is an increasingly common tool of Russia's coercive diplomacy—and why, fortunately, cordial relations aren't a prerequisite to a deal that brings detainees home. thehill.com/opinion/intern…

History is full of great powers that hit a peak of competitive power and then stagnate and eventually decline. Few nations in that position can renew their standing. New RAND research finds that the United States faces precisely this challenge. 🧵 bit.ly/3wpEX33

Next month's NATO summit in Washington, D.C., marks the 75th anniversary of the alliance. The meeting finds NATO confronting a historic moment, navigating both promise and peril. 🧵 bit.ly/3x4lLZh

The historic 75th-anniversary #NATOSummit begins on Tuesday. As leaders from 32 countries converge on Washington, catch up on insights from RAND experts on several key strategic questions facing the alliance. Here are some highlights... 🧵 bit.ly/4cLEgAJ

NATO leaders are in Washington this week for a historic 75th-anniversary summit. We asked 30 RAND researchers about the major challenges facing the alliance today—and what opportunities NATO could seize to help secure its future. 🧵 bit.ly/4eUOZL1

RAND's John Hollywood explains why advance detection and reporting are key to preventing attacks: bit.ly/3xZQ5EN

This is a tremendous opportunity for anyone who wants to make a difference in the national security world.

Democracy can only be preserved if Americans reject violence and those who promote it. I'm honored to have worked on this OODA resource—a practical guide for state and local governments to address the threat of political violence in the 2024 elections. oodaloop.com/archive/2024/0…

The U.S.-Russia prisoner swap evoked a trick shot in pool—one stroke sending several balls across the table into different pockets. It's hard to recall a deal this complex. What's *not* new is that domestic politics played a role. My latest explains: rand.org/pubs/commentar…

There are still steps that can be taken to make the election season safer—and reduce the risk of election-related violence in the future. Here's a quick overview of my new resource described below: rand.org/pubs/commentar…

New research: More than *14 million* Americans provide daily care to wounded, ill, or injured military service members or veterans. We just released a major new report that explores the challenges these hidden heroes face—and how to help them. 🧵 bit.ly/3Bh9It9

The threat of political violence in America will not end on Election Day, no matter the outcome. Rather, Tuesday will mark the start of a truly perilous period. I fear this may be the new normal. My thoughts below on the dangers that may await us.

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New Q&A with RAND experts on the fallout from the rapid collapse of the Assad family's 50-year rule in Syria: bit.ly/4gu8hHb

Throughout 2024, RAND has been helping leaders better understand and address humanity's greatest challenges. RAND president and CEO Jason Matheny reflects on some of the major policy stories of the year—and where we intend to build in 2025. 🧵 bit.ly/49FJs8W

A long-awaited cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is in effect. But on the path toward peace, a cease-fire is just the beginning. New RAND research lays out a road map to achieving a *durable* Israeli-Palestinian peace. Here's an overview. 🧵

From my perspective, I am still struggling to "decode terror" and very much view that endeavor as a group project, but I am honored by this Modern Diplomacy profile: moderndiplomacy.eu/2025/06/04/bri…