Russia’s Exiled Media Learn Hard Lessons Abroad
Russian independent media outlets are making a painful transition from Kremlin censorship to life in exile. From OpenDemocracy.
War in Ukraine
Where Have All the Ukrainian Oligarchs Gone?
The levels of solidarity across society have been astounding, but the reemergence of the privileged economic elites could threaten reconstruction. Or have they too learned their lesson?
A Journey Into the Unknown
Kazakhstan welcomes thousands of Russians escaping Putin’s partial mobilization.
Will Belarus Enter Russia’s War Against Ukraine?
If Alyaksandr Lukashenka continues to support Putin, he may bring direct fighting to his own country. From OpenDemocracy.
A Marshall Plan for Ukraine Must Come with a Regional Vision
Following the Lugano conference in July, the idea of a new Marshall Plan has gained more momentum, at least in policymaking circles. From the German Marshall Fund.
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Around the Bloc
Russia Bombs Civilians Amid Ukraine Victories in Regions Slated for Annexation
Plus: Russia nixes Oscars, protests in Prague & Budapest, Bulgarian snap elections, and more.
Russia to Annex More Ukrainian Territory Tomorrow
Plus: Tree fountain in Montenegro, new Nord Stream leaks, Turkish celebs get haircut for Iranian protests, and more.
Fake Referendums Show Up to 99% Support to Join Russia
Plus: Tajik-Kyrgyz peace deal, Bulgaria prostitution laws overturned, terrorists in Turkey, and more.
Mystery Baltic Sea Gas Leaks From Russian Pipelines
Plus: Border controls for Czechia & Slovakia, Serbia says no to Moscow’s referendums, Soviet tanks in Berlin, and more.
Protests, Arson Attacks Across Russia as Mobilization Begins
Plus: Pink Floyd canceled in Poland, Latvia optimistic on recession, Russians flee to Kazakhstan, and more.
Commentary
An Internal EU Tug of War
Poland’s government is stuck between various approaches to the everlasting struggle with Brussels. From the German Marshall Fund.
Graffiti From the Golden Century
A few words inscribed on a cave wall speak volumes about Bulgaria’s love of the Cyrillic alphabet and what it represents.
A Threat to Press Freedom
The Ukrainian government’s attempt to take control of the media is anti-democratic and dangerous. From OpenDemocracy.
Czechs Still in Denial About Communist Rule
The country has long shied away from a real reckoning, and the belated attempts to do so have been partisan and therefore unsuccessful.
Latest News
Central European Leaders Defuse Scarf Crisis
The apparent unity at the Visegrad summit masked deeper differences over the Ukraine war and EU policy. From Dennik N.
‘Why Leave if We Haven’t Done Anything?’
One of those who decided to stay after the crackdown in Belarus was recently handed a five-year sentence. From the Belarus Press Club.
No Way Out
In 10 minutes, Hungarian teens visiting a Dutch-made ‘attraction’ get an inkling of what hundreds of their peers spend years trying to escape. From Telex.
Moldovan Farmers Join the Drone Revolution
Mini-helicopters can water fields and spray crops more efficiently and save money for cash-strapped businesses.
Knock, Knock, Knockin’ on the EU’s Door
At the latest summit of Balkan EU hopefuls, Kosovo’s longstanding request to join the visa-free club went unheeded, again.
TikToker Deported From Moscow to Moldova
Russia uses public shaming to punish and repress dissent. From Global Voices.
