Simon Rabinovich, American economics editor, discusses the economic repercussions of Russia's war, detailing how rising commodity prices challenge central banks. Sophie Petter, Paris bureau chief, analyzes the French election's dynamics as Macron navigates voter sentiments influenced by the conflict. Meanwhile, Matt Kaplan highlights the disruption of critical research at Chernobyl due to ongoing warfare, focusing on the ecological impact and the halt of studies on wildlife resilience. Together, they unravel the complex interplay between war, politics, and economics.