Author: Leonie Nienhaus
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EPIS 10: Security, Society and Sustainability
The interview discussed, among other topics, Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the Green Party’s position on delivering weapons to Ukraine, EU enlargement, Georgia’s turn toward autocracy, Russian disinformation, and the importance of a strong and collective European response
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Ukraine and the Future of Black Sea Security
What does the future of Black Sea security look like? The Black Sea Security Forum showcased the many players shaping the region, with Ukraine playing a central role in both trade and defence. As a key security provider for Europe, Ukraine must be fully supported, but Europe must also learn from its ingenuity and innovation…
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A Georgian Nightmare
1. Georgia is at a brink of an abyss, with the, the illegitimate Georgian Dream government consolidating their power through rigged elections, pro-Russian laws, and severe suppression of the European identity of Georgians 2.Mass protests erupted after halting EU accession. The government’s violent crackdown led to over 400 arrests and brutality toward protesters and journalists.…
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The Shadow Network
Following 2022 sanctions, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan helped Russia bypass restrictions on dual-use goods, leading to tighter US and EU countermeasures.
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Georgia’s New “Foreign Agents” Law
Georgia’s new foreign agents law labels NGOs with significant foreign funding as working for foreign powers, harming its EU accession prospects and drawing criticism for being anti-democratic.
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Serbia at a Crossroad
Serbia’s democratic backsliding is a cause for concern, given its crucial role in maintaining stability across the broader Balkan region.