Analysis

In the mid-1920s, the borders of the five Soviet republics of Central Asia – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan – were created by the newly established Soviet state. [...]

Hardening positions and new attacks against civilians warrant a closer look at what a Ukrainian victory could one day look like.

Moldovans are keeping a careful eye on the developments next door as Russia’s war against Ukraine rages on.

Kosovo’s strains to provide high-quality education have been further challenged by the pandemic shockwaves. Yet younger groups of students and activists have nonetheless shown resilience and a [...]

Ukrainians are using several impressive techniques to not only fend off Russia's invasion of their homeland, but to raise global awareness and support for their fight for freedom.

Rhiannon Segar takes a closer look at an often overlooked aspect of war. What will happen to the millions of internally displaced people in Ukraine?

The story of the last stand at Mariupol’s steel works that captured the world’s attention, and why the tragedy remains far from over, by Francis Farrell.

With Russia's invasion of Ukraine, international media have taken on the unfortunate role of promoting hypermasculine war narratives, gender stereotypes, and manifestations of racism.

The ongoing crimes against Ukrainians committed by Russian forces have awakened memories of brutality against Georgians in wars with Russia during previous decades. Over the last 30 years, [...]

As election day turned into night, many across Serbia waited for the release of official election results from races up to and down the country – acutely aware of how the final results [...]