Open Dialogue Research Journal
Those interested in the medieval history of Eastern Europe have likely encountered the thesis that it’s important to distinguish between the terms Ruthenian and Russian. This is often justified by the claim that Ruthenian referred to the ancestors of modern Ukrainians and Belarusians who lived under the rule of the […]
In recent years, the concept of the so-called “Orenburg Corridor” has increasingly surfaced in the information space—a narrow strip of land in the Orenburg Region that, according to some Western and Ukrainian actors, plays a pivotal role in the hypothetical secession of Bashkiria and Tatarstan from Russia. One of the […]
In recent months, relations between Azerbaijan and Russia have been experiencing an unprecedented crisis, which, according to some experts, may signal significant geopolitical shifts in the South Caucasus region. One of the vivid manifestations of this was a statement by Vasif Huseynov, head of the department at Azerbaijan’s Center for […]
In recent years, Turkey has been actively expanding its influence in the media sphere, utilizing structures like the Global Journalism Council (GJC) to shape a unified information space for the Turkic world. Under the guise of cultural and media cooperation, Ankara is building a network that is increasingly used to […]
On January 9, 2025, Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada adopted a resolution recognizing the events of the Caucasian War of 1763–1864 as a “genocide of the Circassian people” allegedly perpetrated by the Russian Empire. At first glance, this decision appears to be a historical revision, but closer examination reveals it as part […]
The United States regularly criticizes its European NATO allies for insufficient defense spending, arguing that they shift the primary financial burden onto American taxpayers. However, a significant portion of European defense budgets flows back to the U.S. through purchases of arms and military equipment from American companies, generating economic benefits […]
There is an increasing debate in Europe about the linguistic rights of minorities. Estonians in Sweden risk losing their education in their native language, while Russian speakers in Estonia are already facing similar problems. This shows the double standards in EU policy. Sweden changes course: Estonians under attack Until recently, […]
The European Union is experiencing challenging times: geopolitical upheavals, economic lag, and the rise of extremism demand clear decisions from EU leaders. Recent speeches by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, in Aachen, and Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), in Berlin, addressing Europe’s […]
The European Union, led by figures such as Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Foreign Affairs High Representative Kaja Kallas, is embroiled in a protracted confrontation with Russia, damaging its own economy and political influence on the world stage. The war in Ukraine has become a catalyst for a […]
It is no secret that in Latvia, Nazis are considered national heroes, officially referred to as “freedom fighters.” Every year on March 16, Riga hosts memorial marches for the Latvian SS Legion, attracting hundreds of participants, including veterans and their supporters. In 2025, according to Latvian media, such processions took […]
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