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Tag: Ukraine
Life Imitates Art: The Implications of Ukraine’s “Sitcom President”
With the recent election of Ukrainian president Volodymr Zelensky, David Lazzam considers the relationship between social art and politics.
Testing NATO’s limits: Actionable Policy vs. Deterrence and Soft Power
Is NATO doing enough? In this comprehensive piece, analyst and program editor Taylor Allen critically analyzes bilateral relations between NATO and Russia amidst growing tensions over the past decade.
A New Front Emerges: Russia, the Kerch Bridge and the Azov Sea
In this article, Isabelle Ava-Pointon examines the recent incident in the Sea of Azov. This timely and complex event will provide valuable insight into the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian conflict over the fate of Crimea.
A Captive State in Democratic Clothing: A Discussion with Consul General Andrii Veselovskyi
In a four part series, the NATO Association of Canada discusses the advance of Russia and Ukraine’s bid to join NATO with Ukrainian Consul General Andrii Veselovskyi. The inaugural feature discusses the reality of Russian intervention in Central and Eastern Europe, and analyzes how western misconceptions and acquiesce have led to a negligent disregard of Read More…
Turkey’s Place in Euro-Caspian Energy Development
Two extremely important events for Turkey’s energy policy took place within days of each other at the end of May and in early June. The first was the formal opening of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC). The second was the order, by Dutch courts, that Gazprom’s assets in The Netherlands should be frozen. That court Read More…
The Nexus Between Ukraine, Energy Security, and Russia
Aidan Simardone explores the role energy has played in Ukraine’s relations with Russia and how Ukraine can move towards energy independence.
New US Sanctions Against Russia: A Blow to Europe?
While outlining a divergence of US-EU interests with regards to Russia, the new US sanctions also remind Europe of its dangerous energy dependence on Russia.
Service A and the Use of Disinformation by Russia
As the weapon of disinformation is becoming more commonly used by Russia, will it weaken political legitimacy among NATO members?
Simmering Tensions: Russia’s Position in Eastern Ukraine
Mary Zelenova explores the possible effects of Russia’s decision to grant legal recognition to documents issued by separatist authorities in eastern Ukraine.