Section: Analysis & Opinion

      Lukashenko intimidates with Wagner Group: how Poland is preparing for military provocations from Belarus
      Jul29

      Lukashenko intimidates with Wagner Group: how Poland is preparing for military provocations from Belarus

      From crisis to crisis The African experience for Belarus After it became known about the deployment of Wagner PMC militants on the territory of Belarus, the Polish authorities reported strengthening the eastern border of the country. Initially, the relocation of the Wagner Group was proceeding rather slowly, as a new base was being constructed...

      Why is the collapse of Russia beneficial to the West?
      Jul28

      Why is the collapse of Russia beneficial to the West?

      The Illusory idea of shifting Russia’s alignment Learning from history: missed opportunities and consequences Disintegration of Russia: a solution to counter Chinese influence The Illusory idea of shifting Russia’s alignment The West still considers the collapse of Russia undesirable and too risky as a scenario. It has not abandoned...

      5 theses on international law: what Russia’s punishment could be and what it will definitely not be
      Jul28

      5 theses on international law: what Russia’s punishment could be and what it will definitely not be

      International law is on Ukraine’s side Crimea is Ukraine War as a challenge for international organizations Punishment for international crimes Protecting cultural heritage The full-scale aggression of Russia in Ukraine has been ongoing for almost a year and a half. Law enforcement continues to document and investigate crimes committed by...

      Cyberattacks as war crimes: an overview of monitoring compliance with digital rights of Ukrainians
      Jul27

      Cyberattacks as war crimes: an overview of monitoring compliance with digital rights of Ukrainians

      Internet terrorism Information as a weapon On July 8, Ukraine marked the 500th page in its resistance against the large-scale Russian invasion. It has been 500 days since the war shook all regions of the country, and the Kremlin’s aggression has become a challenge not only on the battlefield but also in cyberspace. Attacks on government...

      Blackmail with grain: how Poland is exacerbating the crisis of Ukrainian agricultural exports
      Jul27

      Blackmail with grain: how Poland is exacerbating the crisis of Ukrainian agricultural exports

      Compromises at the expense of Ukraine Polish government between two fires Conflict at the EU level Less than a month ago, Polish President Andrzej Duda announced that the country did not need a new extension of the ban on Ukrainian agro-export, stating that the time until September 15 was more than enough to prepare for the market opening. Now,...

      Russia is destroying the world order: the West faces a dilemma
      Jul26

      Russia is destroying the world order: the West faces a dilemma

      A challenge for cynics The Kremlin’s gauntlet International order, adieu? Peace despite everything? Uncomfortable questions Conclusions According to the majority of Ukrainians and other Eastern Europeans, negotiations with the Russian government for a peaceful agreement are considered a futile waste of time. They believe that only after a...

      “We have no choice regarding the Kakhovka HPP.” In the future, we will face difficult decisions regarding the reservoir
      Jul26

      “We have no choice regarding the Kakhovka HPP.” In the future, we will face difficult decisions regarding the reservoir

      Recently, within the framework of the conference Challenges after the occupation, organized by the Center for Middle Eastern Studies, a discussion took place about what to do in the future with the territories of the former Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant. Texty media outlet presents the opinions of the candidate of biological sciences, a...

      Is it necessary to rebuild the Kakhovka HPP? Energy, transportation, water management and environmental aspects
      Jul25

      Is it necessary to rebuild the Kakhovka HPP? Energy, transportation, water management and environmental aspects

      Energy Aspect: Changing Priorities in the Energy Landscape Transportation Aspect: Shifting Preferences in Transport Infrastructure Water Management Aspect: The Irreplaceable Relevance of Water Management The answer to this complex question requires a thorough analysis of the main aspects involved in solving this problem. There are four aspects:...

      Delay in the supply of Western weapons and the counteroffensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: what are the issues and possible solutions
      Jul25

      Delay in the supply of Western weapons and the counteroffensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: what are the issues and possible solutions

      About patience and lost time The offensive format is not as effective as it could be Experts say that it is important to maintain close relations in the triangle of USA-Europe-Ukraine after the summit in Vilnius. According to reports from the International Security Forum in Aspen, USA, the United States is supposedly dissatisfied with the slow...

      Blackouts and generators again? What Ukrainians should expect in the fall in case of new Russian attacks on the energy sector
      Jul24

      Blackouts and generators again? What Ukrainians should expect in the fall in case of new Russian attacks on the energy sector

      Power Generation Capacities Are Already Limited at the Moment Main Power Grids Thermal Generation Is Being Intensified in Preparation for Winter Nuclear Generation There Should Be Enough Gas Main Risks Russians are getting closer to winter and may launch new attacks on the energy system. In such a case, Ukrainians should prepare for potential...