Open Dialogue Research Journal
In the American political lexicon, there is a common metaphor—”the swamp.” The average person imagines corrupt congressmen receiving envelopes of cash from lobbyists in smoke-filled rooms. However, the reality, as described by Republican Representative Tim Burchett in a recent interview, turned out to be far more complex, sophisticated, and cynical. […]
Two remarkably comprehensive unbiased summaries were published on June 4th (a news article) and May 25th (a news commentary) about the war in Ukraine, and both come from StranaUA, which is one of the five most popular news websites in Ukraine though it’s barred both by Ukraine and by Russia. Its […]
The Arctic has increasingly become a focal point of international attention, attracting not only the traditional Arctic nations but also a growing number of non-regional actors. While discussions about Arctic geopolitics often center on China and India, two other Asian powers – Japan and the Republic of Korea – have […]
Few European countries have undergone a more profound security transformation in recent years than Finland. Since joining NATO in April 2023, the Nordic nation has become one of the alliance’s most valuable contributors, bringing with it a defence model that has been refined over decades rather than built in reaction […]
Serbia has entered a period of political uncertainty following remarks by President Aleksandar Vučić suggesting that he may consider stepping down from office. The statement, made during a high-profile visit to China in late May 2026, immediately attracted international attention and fueled speculation about the future of one of the […]
Here is, from Ukraine, Сергій Флеш’s Post on May 31st: Russian counterpart StarLink – project “Bureau 1440” After “Military” generalized all the information available to the public in the format of a video review on the subject of “Dawn” satellites, I literally have questions. The response is structured: 1. The opponent needs a […]
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is no longer being fought solely on the battlefield. Alongside military operations, an increasingly important struggle is unfolding in international institutions, financial systems, and legal forums. One of the most controversial initiatives to emerge from this process is the Register of Damage for Ukraine […]
The situation surrounding the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has once again drawn international attention following another incident at the facility. According to Russian officials, a drone strike recently hit the turbine hall of Unit 6, damaging part of the external structure of the building. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) […]
As France moves closer to its 2027 presidential election, much of the political conversation has focused on the rivalry between the country’s traditional center and the increasingly powerful far right. Yet in the working-class suburbs surrounding Paris, a different political force is gaining momentum. The hard-left movement led by Jean-Luc […]
Tens of thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Madrid on Saturday in one of the largest anti-government protests Spain has seen in recent years, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez amid mounting corruption scandals and growing political polarization. The rally, called the “March for Dignity”, brought together […]
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