As the world enters an era of uncertainty, the combination of technological power, populist rhetoric, and geopolitical ambitions is creating a threat the likes ofView More
Author: Orhan Dragas
Why is the war in Ukraine not “just some war,” and why does it concern us all?
On February 24, 2022, Europe woke up to a reality it had long considered unimaginable. A war on its borders—not a limited conflict, but aView More
Russia’s plan for Moldova: a test of Western resolve
As the Kremlin once again resorts to false flag tactics, this time in Transnistria, it is clear that Moscow has no intention of backing downView More
Arm wrestling in the Black Sea region
The region around the Black Sea is one of the biggest theaters of today’s conflict between Russia and the West over influence, of course, ifView More
The digital abyss: democracy in the age of disinformation
The uncontrolled spread of misinformation is increasingly threatening the ideals that form the basis of democracy in an age of absolute global connectivity. The sacredView More
The Belgrade Agreement: Serbia as a host and an opportunity for peace in Ukraine
There has been nothing like the Russian invasion of Ukraine since the Second World War. The peace that will come to Ukraine will be unlikeView More
The era of digital populism: What does Trump’s victory mean for democracy and the world?
Donald Trump has emerged victorious from the presidential elections in the United States of America. His victory triggered an avalanche of debate among political analysts,View More
The return of the Trump factor: what Europe needs to prepare for
With Donald Trump’s victory in the United States of America and his imminent inauguration in January, Europe faces an uncertain future. The continent faces theView More
The power of words in the war in Ukraine: Why precise terminology matters?
As the war in Ukraine enters a new year, it is becoming increasingly clear that terminology—the way we label actions, intentions, and events—is not justView More
The illusion of resilience: How sanctions destroy the Russian economy
After the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the world witnessed a wave of sanctions that severely affected the Russian economy. The West acted quicklyView More