Isaac Chotiner

May 4, 2023
Why Russian Elites Think Putin’s War Is Doomed to Fail
Rival factions are jockeying for power as the country navigates a crisis with no clear way out.
March 17, 2023
What the Saudi-Iran Deal Means for the Middle East
Brokered by China, the agreement between the two regional rivals reflects shifting economic—and ideological—alignments.
January 19, 2023
Russia’s New Commander in Ukraine Could Change the War
Why has Vladimir Putin promoted Valery Gerasimov, who helped plan the disastrous initial invasion last year, to lead the fight?