Belarus and the Ghosts of the Wild Hunt
The ongoing repression of Belarusian society now extends to the banning of literary works by Belarusian writers seen as seditious, writes one of the country’s leading poets. From Eurozine.
War in Ukraine
Two Years On, Ukrainian Journalists Still Pay a Heavy Price for the War
While Russian authorities are responsible for the majority of safety threats facing Ukrainian journalists, some are also being increasingly harassed for their “lack of patriotism.” From IPI.
Russia’s Economy Is Now Completely Driven by the War in Ukraine
At this point, the Kremlin cannot afford to lose – or win. From The Conversation.
VR Helps Keep Ukrainian War Reporters Safe
“In a virtual situation, you can imagine the decisions you will make.” From the Reuters Institute.
Universal Jurisdiction: A Key Tool for Accountability
Universal jurisdiction should not be seen as “particularly scary or politically costly.” From IWPR.
In Russia, More Women Demand Return of Their Men From Ukraine Front
Maria Andreeva, whose husband has been fighting in Ukraine for more than a year, is also waging a battle in Moscow: to get him home. From Reuters.
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Solutions Journalism
Centers of Excellence
A network of publicly funded facilities helps Montenegrin kids get the treatment and education they urgently need.
The Grandmas and Grandpas Brewing Beer in Vienna
What started as an off-the-cuff idea at a senior home has become a successful microbrewery – and a way for residents to stay social and engaged. From Reasons to be Cheerful.
The Smart Way Forward
Refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh are learning tech skills and soon will move into new eco-friendly homes thanks to a team of go-getter volunteers.
A Strategy for Success
In the public sphere and the courtroom, a Moldovan activist group has brought the issues facing queer people out of the shadows and won milestone victories.
Young Migrants Build New Lives Through Theater
Refugees from Belarus and Ukraine play, learn, and perform at a place with “unlimited possibilities.”
Commentary
War, Business, and Politics
Mass support for the protesters does not signify an anti-Ukrainian turn in Polish society. From the European Council on Foreign Relations.
Yulia Navalnaya’s New Mission
Alexei Navalny’s widow has jumped into the icy water of a political life she has not experienced, and faces challenges ahead. Can she stay the course?
Is Romania a Safe Haven for Sanctions-Evading Russian Oligarchs?
Initial research suggests the authorities should take more proactive measures against potential sanctions-busters.
Alexei Navalny and the Logic of Political Martyrdom
Why did the Russian dissident decide to return to a potentially deadly fate?
Latest News
New Research Says First Europeans Reached Ukraine 1.4 Million Years Ago
Study calculates the age of buried tools as 1.5 million to 1.3 million years, making Korolevo Europe’s earliest securely dated human occupation. From The Conversation.
Scandal in Hungary Shows Limits of Informational Autocracy
The affair rocking the ruling Fidesz party shows that Hungarian citizens do not live in totally closed informational spaces. From the German Marshall Fund.
The Holiday That Persists
While some parts of the former Soviet bloc see International Women’s Day as an unwanted relic of a bygone era, 8 March springs eternal for others.
Bulgaria Needs a Stronger Voice in Black Sea Security
As a NATO and EU member, Bulgaria has the potential to play an important role in Black Sea security, but the country’s complex relationship with Russia also has the potential to weaken it. From the German Marshall Fund.
A Tactical Guide for Central Europe’s Strategic Communicators
Lack of political will and, in some countries, blatant political interference are stymieing governmental efforts to engage the public in meaningful debate.
How Orbаn Flooded Central Europe with Millions of Online Ads During Election Season
The Hungarian government talks about Hungary not interfering in other countries’ internal affairs, while at the same time regularly advocating for the reelection of foreign allies. From Telex/Direkt36.
