The beginning of the end in Ukraine and Russia’s battle of narratives
Should the guns fall silent, another battle will begin. As the world argues over who won, Russia will claim victory. A harsher dem…
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The Long War
The Russian invasion has changed not only Ukraine but everyone around. Despite increased efforts, a peace that would benefit all remains elusive.
The beginning of the end in Ukraine and Russia’s battle of narratives
Should the guns fall silent, another battle will begin. As the world argues over who won, Russia will claim victory. A harsher dem…
The myth of Western unity: America will retain its influence while Europe loses ground
The war in Ukraine has exposed an uncomfortable truth. The old continent is no longer a decisive global actor. Without serious sel…
How the war has changed life in Russia
Every prolonged war eventually reshapes life far beyond the battlefield. Russia is no exception.
Iran’s shadow over the Ukrainian battlefield
At the Munich Security Conference, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pointed to the assistance provided to Russia by Iran and North Ko…
Russia’s war economy – short-term growth, long-term strain
Although Russia’s economy suffered a shock in 2022, it rebounded on wartime spending. Only now are deeper weaknesses emerging. Is …