OSW Centre for Eastern Studies
WEBOSW is a Polish think tank that provides analyses and commentaries on current affairs in Central and Eastern Europe, Balkans, Caucasus and Central Asia. Read about the latest developments in the war between Ukraine and Russia, including Ukrainian strikes, Russian threats and international reactions.
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WEBSuccess for the AfD and the BSW in Thuringia and Saxony. In the Thuringia elections held on 1 September, the pro-Russian and anti-immigrant AfD emerged as the leading party, marking its first victory in a Landtag election. The party secured 32.8% of the vote, a significant increase of 9.4…. Analyses | 2024-08-27 | Andrzej Wilk, Krzysztof ...
Putin’s article: ‘On the historical unity of Russians and Ukrainians ...
WEBJul 13, 2021 · An analysis of Putin's article published in July 2021, which claims that Ukrainians are an ancient part of the Russian nation and that Ukraine's sovereignty is based on hate and lies. The article criticises the Ukrainian authorities, the West, and the "anti-Russia" project, and argues for the restoration of the 1922 borders.
The Zapad-2021 exercises. Russian strategy in practice
WEBSep 3, 2021 · The Zapad-2021 strategic exercises, scheduled for 10–16 September, are the most important training programme yet undertaken held by the Russian Armed Forces and the Belarusian army which cooperates with them. As they involve as many as 200,000 soldiers, they will also be the largest military exercises conducted in …
Transnistria in the new international reality
WEBDec 29, 2023 · How has the war in Ukraine changed the political and economic situation of the separatist region of Transnistria? The article analyses the impact of the border closure, the gas supply, the trade dependence and the role of the Sheriff company.
Russia’s ‘war’ budget for 2023–2025 - OSW Centre for Eastern ...
WEBDec 12, 2022 · The 2023 budget law assumes a decline in GDP, lower oil revenues and higher taxes, but also increased spending on defence and security. The document reflects the Kremlin’s priorities in the ongoing war and the domestic instability, but also the challenges of financing the deficit and the National Welfare Fund.
Moldova: record-breaking support for reunification with Romania
WEBApr 19, 2021 · A poll shows that 43.9% of Moldovans favour their country's reunification with Romania, while support for the Eurasian Union drops to 40%. The article analyzes the reasons behind the growing popularity of the unionist idea, such as Romania's help in fighting the pandemic, the political crisis and the lack of reforms in Moldova.
Russia’s blackmail of the West | OSW Centre for Eastern Studies
WEBDec 20, 2021 · The web page analyses Russia’s demands for security guarantees that would limit NATO’s presence and activity in Europe, and the possible scenarios of Russian aggression against Ukraine and other countries. It argues that Russia is trying to exploit the energy crisis, the pandemic and the West’s weakness to change the status quo in its favour.
The conflict in the Middle East: Netanyahu’s escape by running …
WEBAug 8, 2024 · The regional armed conflict that began with the surprise attack by Hamas on 7 October 2023 has now been raging for ten months, with its scale continuing to grow. In addition to the Gaza Strip, where the retaliatory Israeli invasion is ongoing, the conflict has spread to the West Bank and, to varying degrees, to Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Iran.
Turkey's economy: a story of success with an uncertain future
WEBNov 6, 2013 · The article analyses Turkey's economic development since the 2000s, focusing on the reforms initiated by the AKP government and their impact on the country's stability and foreign policy. It also highlights the weaknesses and risks of Turkey's economy, such as the current account deficit, the lack of education reform …
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