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Author: Daniel Gleichgewicht

Video chat with Russia: Where Ukrainian voices still break through unfiltered

War conditions in Russia have brought about a near total blackout on news from critical sources. One exception to this has been video chat sites online, which offer a rare outlet for Russians to hear voices from Ukraine and the wider world.

February 17, 2026 - Karolina Benedyk

“But Russians are resisting” – Meet Putin’s exiled opponents in Europe

In Europe there is a vast, diverse and fragmented galaxy of Russians who oppose Putin’s policies and the war in Ukraine. From Paris to Berlin, from Vienna to Munich, a panorama of those keeping Russian civil society alive.

February 16, 2026 - Francesca Barca

What the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity means for the South Caucasus – and for the people living there

There has recently been a lot of coverage regarding the potential opening of new trade routes between Armenia and Azerbaijan. While politicians continue to promote the possible mutual gain from such a shift, a feeling of uncertainty remains clear on the ground.

February 13, 2026 - Laura Luciani

In the waters of Salamis: on Russia’s kulturkampf in Romania

Romania remains a key target for Russian information operations that hope to undermine Europe. While these efforts resemble similar campaigns across the continent, a native strain of anti-western thought is also exploited and promoted as part of these attempts to sow division.

February 12, 2026 - Radu Cornea

For Armenia, peace dividends are finally starting to show up. In 2026, they need to keep coming

The slow process of rapprochement between Armenia and Azerbaijan is finally starting to result in real positive change. While growing trade links are a sign of things to come, it is still important that both sides move to finalize their new relationship to lock in such successes for the future.

February 10, 2026 - Nicholas Castillo

Russia’s imitation game

As Russian aggression against Ukraine continues, it is important to understand what constraints might exist regarding Moscow’s behaviour. While vested interests remain supportive of the war effort, the country’s economy remains a key weak point. Targeted efforts to take advantage of this reality could make all the difference in 2026.

February 9, 2026 - Valerii Pekar

Does the meeting between Zelenskyy and Tsikhanouskaya mark the beginning of a new approach towards Belarus?

Connections between Kyiv and the democratic forces of Belarus have for a long time remained mired in uncertainty. However, this could well change following a high-profile meeting in Lithuania, with the shared goals of both sides potentially resulting in greater cooperation in the future.

February 6, 2026 - Pavlo Rad

Old problems and modern solutions: technology and the struggle for election integrity in Bosnia and Herzegovina 

Electoral issues in Bosnia remain a key issue in the country’s attempts to adopt wider European standards. While issues concerning corruption persist, there have also been calls to implement technology within voting. If implemented correctly, such changes could help inspire trust in a system mired in uncertainty.

February 5, 2026 - Suljo Ćorsulić

The art of no deal: Trump’s rhetoric on Russia’s war in Ukraine in 2025

In his book The Art of the Deal, Donald Trump shares the secrets of successful negotiations. In his view, negotiations require setting ambitious goals and persistently pushing one’s own terms. After a year of active rhetoric, Trump failed to halt the fighting in Ukraine. But he did significantly narrow the political distance between Washington and Moscow, turning the peace process into a series of personalized bargains and sustained pressure on Kyiv.

February 3, 2026 - Lesia Bidochko

Gold in the age of sanctions: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshaped the global bullion market

Gold is experiencing something of a resurgence in the current geopolitical climate. Ongoing issues such as Russia-Ukraine conflict have highlighted how currency can be linked to government action, inspiring investment in a commodity thought to escape such restrictions.

February 2, 2026 - Divya Malhotra

Shoring up the Balkans: NATO infrastructure and a warning for democracy

Recent shifts in US foreign policy are placing the Western Balkans in a difficult position. While internal issues are challenging a delicate peace, outside forces are only exacerbating these issues. It now falls to the European Union to provide a clear path forward amidst such uncertainty.

January 30, 2026 - Zach Rogers

Western geopolitics and Balkan corruption: How US and EU justice reform efforts fuelled power centralization and failed justice 

The prospects for European integration in the Western Balkans remain difficult to measure. While regional capitals continue their attempts to show progress in various fields, related actions often present only a facade of reform. This is particularly true in the highly contentious spheres of the rule of law and corruption.

January 29, 2026 - Luka Petrović

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