Population-Centric: Lessons from Russia’s Hybrid War in Moldova
Russian political proxies are weaponizing protests in Moldova, escalating Russia’s hybrid war in the country. Moldovan authorities are ill-prepared to face this crisis. From ECFR.
War in Ukraine
A Physics Professor on the Ukrainian Front
“I don’t even understand the position that we can’t get weapons. That was painful to hear.” From Telex.
Musicians Come Together to Aid Ukraine’s Frontline Troops
From first aid kits to drones and trucks, soldiers are getting what they need through an informal network of tuned-in volunteers.
How War Changed Ukraine’s Feminist Movement
Ukrainian feminists look back at the challenging year that has reinvigorated their activism and shaped their values. From openDemocracy.
The One-Year Mark
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine continues to have global policy repercussions. From the German Marshall Fund. Anniversaries should be celebratory, but some are painful remembrances of events that elicited profound change.
Ukraine-Russia: ‘It’s Complicated’ No More
Ukrainian society is changing to resist Russia and its influence. But its transformation is also toward Western values.
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Solutions Journalism
Safe Haven in Warsaw
Belarusian refugees give shelter and aid to those fleeing war and persecution, whether in their homeland or Ukraine.
Cats, Hake, and Hedgehogs at War
A Ukrainian sculpture collective shows how good design can improve basic military gear and save lives. From Rubryka
Life-Affirming Scholarships
From bandura players to dancers to footballers, hundreds of young Ukrainians in Poland can keep doing what they love thanks to a volunteer-led effort.
Anti-Discrimination Toolbox
A team of Belarusian lawyers and activists works to defend the rights of compatriots who have adopted Poland as home.
In Sarajevo, Volunteers Become Friends to Children in Need
A program that matches young adults with children from disadvantaged backgrounds is filling a gap in social services and creating lasting bonds.
Commentary
A Populist Tragedy of Our Times
Departing Czech President Milos Zeman has few real achievements, and did much that was damaging, including lowering the standard of political culture. From bne IntelliNews.
Easy Prey? Russia’s Influence in Bulgaria
Newly released investigations have shed light on how corruption and the weak rule of law in Bulgaria enable Russian influence to thrive. From ECFR.
A Faustian Bargain for Olympic Glory
An incredible run of Czech hockey victories at the turn of the millennium also brought a self-delusion that did nothing to help further the sport. From Respekt.
Magnitsky Thunder and Lightning
New additions to a notorious list of those accused of corruption and human rights abuses shake up Bulgarian politics.
Latest News
Hungarian Media’s Pro-Russia Push
While Fidesz leaders claim that Hungary is a committed member of NATO, the government’s press keeps spewing forth mass quantities of the Russian narrative. From Telex.
Once Upon a Time in Budapest
Only one European leader truly wants peace with Russia, Hungary’s prime minister assures the nation. And inflation? Blame Brussels. From Telex.
Can Poland’s Right-Wing Ruling Party Win Again?
With several factors working in its favor, Law and Justice only needs a small boost in support to gain a record third, consecutive term of office.
Is Russia Meddling in Moldova (Again)?
The “soccer plot” raises fears of fresh Russian attempts to destabilize Ukraine’s western neighbor. From The Conversation.
Tackling the Wild Side of Man’s Best Friend
With dog attacks on the rise in Armenia, local authorities and animal defenders are working hand in hand to find a humane solution.
Learning From Dorota S.
“We were even prohibited from hugging the kids,” a caregiver recalls. “I was told to just treat them like objects.” From Respekt.
