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Soviet Ghosts

A troubling wave of denunciations in Russia has revived a practice reminiscent of one of the darkest chapters in Soviet history. Citizens, emboldened by rhetoric that glorifies patriotism and vilifies dissent, are turning against one another, fuelling a climate of fear and repression.

Kyiv’s offensive

The cross-border incursion by Ukrainian forces into Russia’s Kursk region marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, one that could potentially reshape the trajectory of the war.

The ultimate loser

The wind can blow in any direction, and no one can forever remain in a position of power. The mighty powers have perished, and new powers have become mighty. This is the law of nature and a process that can be stopped by no one.

Prisoner Swap

The recent prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia marks a significant, yet complex, moment in international diplomacy. While the release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich and ex-Marine Paul Whelan is undeniably a cause for celebration