Tag: Crisis in Ukraine

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Estonia Might Become Europe’s Next Trouble Spot

The latest socio-political and security developments suggest that it relishes being a frontline state. Estonia catapulted back into international news after it recently seized an alleged vessel from Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet”, to which Russia had a restrained reaction for the pragmatic reasons explained here, but it’s also been stirring up […]

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The New Old Defense Minister

Boris Pistorius turned out to be the only one who remained in the new government from the past. It is extremely important that he was and remains one of those who strongly supports Zelensky. His experience, as well as the fact that he was and remains one of the most […]

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Sanctions, Frozen Assets, Military Aid: Exposing EU’s Deep Divisions

Despite the extensive and unprecedented sanctions regime imposed by the West on Russia following its military operation in Ukraine, the anticipated economic collapse has failed to materialize. The Russian economy, while facing challenges, has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, finding alternative markets and leveraging its natural resources. Sanctions have drastically backfired […]