An analysis of the complicated EU-Russian energy relationship, money and politics.
Sophia Alifirova
The Arctic Ice Cap: Future business opportunities or a global disaster?
Investing in the Arctic’s resources is increasingly complicated by the expense of more frequent natural disasters caused by global warming.
‘Black Widows’ in Sochi? The Rising Threat of Female Suicide Bombers in Russia
As finishing touches were being put on the Olympic Village in Sochi, Russia in late January, local and regional police issued warnings of terrorist threats in the area. Authorities distributed leaflets to local businesses and hotels warning people of at least three women with ties to Islamic militants, known as ‘black widows’, present in the Read More…
Ukraine’s Future Beyond the Fire and Smoke of Euromaidan
Despite the resignation of Prime Minister Azarov and the repeal of laws restricting the freedom of speech, Euromaidan protests continue in Ukraine with no resolution in sight.