Why Russia Attacked One of Ukraine’s Most Sacred Churches
Since the onset of hostilities, Russia has used the war to target sites that anchor Ukrainian national and spiritual identity.
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AFPC June 2025 Ukraine Delegation Trip Report
From June 27 - July 5, 2025, the American Foreign Policy Council (AFPC) supported a high-level delegation to Ukraine. The bipartisan group—including senior experts from the staff of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee—traveled to Kyiv, Dnipro, Odesa, and Warsaw. Herman Pirchner, AFPC President, led the 9-person delegation.
Priorities for the Next President
Winning the New Space Race: Advice for the Next Administration
Charting a Path Forward with China
Toward A More Competitive Posture in the “Global South”
Africa Matters, and the Next President Can't Afford to Ignore It
Trans-Atlantic Relations: A Primer for Our New President
Re-Engaging in the Middle East
Can Europe arm itself?
There is no question that many European countries badly — very badly — need to restore their force structures and defense industries. However, they now need to do so within a time frame shorter than it would take to establish an EU-wide procurement system and czar, let alone to alter the bloc’s funding priorities.
Crimea in Putin’s War: What You Need to Know
Any political effort to resolve Russia’s war against Ukraine must reckon with the special circumstances of Crimea.