Humanity faces two significant challenges: the accumulation of destructive energy in the hands of individuals and the persistence of tyrannical rulers. The war in Ukraine highlights these issues. The article argues for minimizing the number and potential use of powerful weapons through international agreements and better political mechanisms to control executive power. It emphasizes the need for global efforts to decouple political power from destructive capabilities to prevent catastrophic outcomes.

The article argues against the notion of the U.S. halting arms shipments to Ukraine to focus on defending Taiwan from China. It states that Taiwan cannot resist a Chinese invasion by land and would be vulnerable to a naval blockade. The author suggests that the U.S. can prevent a Chinese attack by maintaining deterrence and showing willingness to fight, as evidenced by supporting Ukraine against Russia. The piece concludes that showing strength is essential for peace and implies that U.S. inaction in Ukraine could lead to Taiwan's downfall.

The article discusses the challenges faced by governments and companies in enforcing and complying with Western economic sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions are complex, targeting not only listed entities but also their obscure connections. Lawyers and data firms are working to map these connections, but Russia has made this difficult by restricting access to corporate registries and data. Meanwhile, Russian companies are transferring assets to avoid sanctions, often with legal documents that maintain the original owner's control. However, investigators are receiving tips from insiders outraged by Russia's actions in Ukraine. Organizations like Bellingcat and the Russian Tanker Tracking Group are leveraging these tips to expose sanction violations. The article also highlights the role of informal networks in identifying illicit trade, with examples from TankerTrackers and Molfar. The CIA has even published instructions for Russians to send secure tips. Despite the challenges, the collective efforts to monitor and report on sanction breaches are ongoing.

The article discusses the aftermath of the Bucha massacre, where Russian soldiers are accused of committing war crimes. Artem Starosiek, the CEO of Molfar, a risk-assessment and analysis firm, has redirected his company's resources to assist in the investigation of these crimes. Molfar, which usually serves corporate clients, is now collaborating with international researchers and the cyberpolice of Ukraine to identify the Russian soldiers involved. They have successfully identified 80 out of 1,060 troops by using social media and other investigative techniques to gather personal information, including phone numbers and criminal records.

Ukrainian forces reportedly exploited the use of mobile phones by Russian military commanders to gain a strategic advantage, leading to the elimination of twelve Russian officers in late February. The roaming signals from the invading troops' phones allowed for triangulation of their positions. Despite the risk, Russia has not destroyed Ukraine's mobile network, which they rely on for communication, highlighting a lack of independent communication networks compared to other military powers.

Following the Russian military's arrival in Bucha, Ukraine, on March 3, evidence of war crimes against civilians began to surface. Vitalij Zsivotoszkij, a local engineer, witnessed Russian soldiers bringing civilians into his basement, where they were beaten and killed. Investigations by Reuters and Ukrainian authorities, aided by online detectives, have identified several Russian soldiers from the 76th Air Assault Division and the 64th Motor Rifle Brigade as potential perpetrators. Personal items left behind, such as a love letter from a soldier's girlfriend and a mobile phone with photos, have been crucial in identifying individuals. Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenskij has stated that these brutalities make peace talks difficult. The Ukrainian prosecutor general, Irina Venediktova, has published names and photos of ten soldiers from the 64th Brigade, and one National Guard soldier, Szergej Koloszej, is suspected of murder and torture. The first Russian soldier has been brought to trial for a separate killing in Chupakhivka village.

The article discusses the security risks associated with military personnel using personal electronic devices in combat zones. It highlights incidents where U.S. and Russian troops have inadvertently revealed their positions due to the use of cell phones and other devices with geolocation features. The Ukrainians have exploited this vulnerability by tracking Russian officers' cell phone signals, leading to casualties among Russian generals. The U.S. military has taken steps to mitigate these risks, including banning the use of such devices in certain areas and training troops in electronic signature management. The article emphasizes the importance of operational security and the need for troops to be aware of the dangers of using personal electronic devices on the battlefield.

In the village of Buzova, west of Kyiv, two civilian bodies were exhumed, raising concerns about more mass graves following the retreat of Russian forces. The discovery follows recent findings in Bucha and Motyzhyn. Ukrainian researchers, working with the cyber police, have identified Russian soldiers allegedly involved in civilian massacres. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have recognized these acts as war crimes. Ukraine's prosecutor general is investigating thousands of alleged war crimes cases, and the International Criminal Court has opened an investigation into possible war crimes in Ukraine. However, questions remain about the effectiveness of the ICC and the likelihood of bringing perpetrators to justice. The Kremlin denies the war crimes accusations, and the brigade accused of atrocities in Bucha is believed to be redeploying for a new offensive in eastern Ukraine.

The article by Annabelle Dickson provides a political digest, focusing on UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's visit to Ukraine, offering military and financial aid amidst the ongoing conflict. Johnson's political standing is contrasted with the struggles of Rishi Sunak, who faces scrutiny over his family's financial affairs. The article details the UK's support for Ukraine, including armored vehicles and anti-ship missile systems, and discusses the broader implications of the conflict, such as war crimes and NATO's response. Domestically, the Labour party criticizes the government's handling of Ukrainian refugees and Sunak's financial transparency. Additionally, the article touches on the French presidential election, with Emmanuel Macron as the front-runner. Other topics include Labour's plans to tackle anti-social behavior and the pursuit of war criminals in Ukraine.

Ukrainians are identifying Russian soldiers using photos, social media, and artificial intelligence, such as the American technology Clearview AI, despite Russia's refusal to retrieve its soldiers from the battlefield. Clearview AI searches a database of 10 billion photos, including 2 billion from the Russian social network VKontakte, with a 99.6% accuracy rate. The technology is planned for use at checkpoints, but deployment is challenging due to the need for stable internet during the war. Ordinary Ukrainians can assist in the search through the 'Russian Killers' bot by the Ministry of Digital Transformation, which collects images from surveillance cameras and social networks. AI has helped identify Russians involved in looting and killing civilians in Bucha, Irpin, and Hostomel, according to Mykhailo Fedorov, head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation. The IT Army of Ukraine has also developed its own facial recognition technology and has identified over 580 Russian occupiers as of April 4. Hacker groups like Anonymous and the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence have published lists of Russian military personnel. The Ministry of Defence's intelligence published two lists with passport data of Russian soldiers, including those who fought in Bucha, and Anonymous published data on 120,000 soldiers on April 4. Belarusian investigators from the Hajun Project published lists of Russian soldiers who transported over 2 tons of items across the Belarusian border. Dattalion has compiled a database of over 1000 photos and videos of Russian prisoners, destroyed Ukrainian cities, and victims on Google Disk. Satellite images from Maxar Technologies have been used by The New York Times to refute Russian claims about the timing of deaths in Bucha, showing that many bodies were on the streets since early March. Activist-researcher Oryx uses satellite images to track losses of military equipment by Russians and Ukrainians.

Following the discovery of numerous atrocities in Bucha, Ukraine, with a civilian death toll reaching 360, evidence of similar horrific situations is emerging as Russian forces withdraw from the region around Kiev. Twelve bodies were found in a mass grave in Buzova village near Kiev. Ukrainian researchers claim to have identified 80 out of 1,060 Russian soldiers believed to be responsible for the Bucha massacre and other nearby towns, in collaboration with Ukraine's cyber police department. Artem Starosiek, CEO of risk assessment firm Molfar, reported using social media to track these soldiers. The 'Butcher of Bucha,' accused of organizing alleged rapes, looting, and murders, was identified by volunteers from InformNapalm using open-source data. Global leaders, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, have recognized Russia as guilty of war crimes. Ukraine's Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova is investigating 5,600 war crimes, naming Vladimir Putin as the main war criminal of the 21st century. The International Criminal Court's Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has opened an investigation into possible war crimes in Ukraine, highlighting the complexity and challenges of prosecuting such crimes.