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IAF Editorials: Europe

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Has the West Ever Wanted Ukraine to Win Its War Against Russia?
Has the West Ever Wanted Ukraine to Win Its War Against Russia?

Author argues that a sustainable solution to the Ukrainian war presumes a radical change in the Western foreign policy regarding it. By Nicola Stoev. (09/01/2023)

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The West’s strategy on Ukraine: with faults despite the good intentions
The West’s strategy on Ukraine: with faults despite the good intentions

Is the level of West assistance to Ukraine adequate? By Dr. Andreas V Georgiou. (08/21/2023)

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The Russia-Ukraine War: An Innovative Solution to an Insoluble Problem
The Russia-Ukraine War: An Innovative Solution to an Insoluble Problem

To break the Russia-Ukraine deadlock and pave the way for a potential resolution, a novel and innovative approach must be considered, allowing each side to claim victory, maintain domestic support,... Read More...



The Wagner Rebellion in Russia
The Wagner Rebellion in Russia

Relections on the recent Wagner Group rebellion and what lies ahead. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (06/29/2023)

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A Lack of Education: The Human Rights Violation that Needs to End
A Lack of Education: The Human Rights Violation that Needs to End

Author calls for the international community to stop barriers for refugee education. By Molly McLeod. (06/27/2023)

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Why is Sweden still on standby to join NATO?
Why is Sweden still on standby to join NATO?

Article investigates reasons behind Sweden's delayed ratification process to NATO. By Zainab Imran. (06/20/2023)

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Why Can't Global Diplomacy or International Law Cannot Stop War in Ukraine?
Why Can't Global Diplomacy or International Law Cannot Stop War in Ukraine?

What are the limitations of global diplomacy and international law in preventing the ongoing war in Ukraine? Author explains. By Paulina Buzaite. (05/23/2023)

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In Putin’s Net: Humanitarian Challenges in Syria
In Putin’s Net: Humanitarian Challenges in Syria

Analyzing potential effects of the earthquake in Turkey. By Paola Canale. (03/07/2023)

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Do Not Report This!: Restrictions on Freedom of Speech in Times of War
Do Not Report This!: Restrictions on Freedom of Speech in Times of War

Author explores "right to have rights" in the context of the Ukrainian conflict and possible repercussion. By Victoria Portnaia. (03/07/2023)

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The Ukrainian Refugees: the Post-War Challenges
The Ukrainian Refugees: the Post-War Challenges

Ukraine and the EU will continue to face refugee challenges after the conflict ends. By Victoria Portnaya. (02/06/2023)

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The Channel Crisis
The Channel Crisis

Author examines the humanitarian crisis of migrants crossing the English Channel. By Alexander Peris. (02/03/2023)

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Can Britain Escape its Colonial Past?
Can Britain Escape its Colonial Past?

What's lies ahead for Great Britain? By Collins Chong Yew Keat. (09/23/2022)

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The torture in the next room: the morally and strategically deficient policy response of the West on Ukraine
The torture in the next room: the morally and strategically deficient policy response of the West on Ukraine

Author calls for strong economic pressure against Russia and military support to end the conflict in Ukraine as quickly as possible. By Andreas V. Georgiou. (06/03/2022)

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Climate Change Is Also a Major Casualty of the War in Ukraine
Climate Change Is Also a Major Casualty of the War in Ukraine

The Russian invasion of Ukraine raises the question, again, why the world fails repeatedly to sets its priorities in the right order. By C.J. Polychroniou. (04/19/2022)

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What is to be done: burning issues for Western democracies regarding Ukraine
What is to be done: burning issues for Western democracies regarding Ukraine

Current key failures by Western democracies to help Ukraine and what's needed to apply pressure on Putin's Russia.  By Dr. Andreas V Georgiou. (04/18/2022)

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Hidden Champion from Eastern Europe
Hidden Champion from Eastern Europe

The President of Moldova fights corruption.  By Júlia Costa de Araújo. (11/04/2021)

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Germany and its Neo-imperial quest
Germany and its Neo-imperial quest

The ongoing calamities in Central and Eastern Europe, historical parallels and geopolitical consequences. By Zlatko Hadžidedic. (09/21/2021)

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View from Latvia: Is the EU Failing us?
View from Latvia: Is the EU Failing us?

From the recent IFIMES event, EAF Lawyer of Latvia, Andrejs Pagors discusses energy, transit and infrastructure in Scandinavia and the Baltics. By Eugene Matos de Lara. (03/17/2021)

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No Human Rights without Right to Know
No Human Rights without Right to Know

Essay discusses the ongoing erosion of human rights in Europe and the efforts of the Council of Europe to protect and upheld them via the Tromsø legal instrument which recently entered into a force... Read More...



Entry into force of the Tromsø Convention
Entry into force of the Tromsø Convention

A unique opportunity for European governments to reaffirm and strengthen their commitment to transparency.  By Lola Servary. (02/23/2021)

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Improving human rights through empowering citizens and rebuilding trust across Europe
Improving human rights through empowering citizens and rebuilding trust across Europe

The ongoing erosion of human rights in Europe and the efforts of the Council of Europe to protect and upheld them.  By Chloé Bernadaux. (02/16/2021)

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Cross-generational and cross-sectoral Recovery for the Union: Towards a New Independent authority?
Cross-generational and cross-sectoral Recovery for the Union: Towards a New Independent authority?

Analysis of the newest Recovery Action Plan of the European Union for a post-COVID-19 world.  Can it succeed? By Nora Wolf.  (02/03/2021)

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ASEAN at Crossroads: Nonaligned Movement has no alternative
ASEAN at Crossroads: Nonaligned Movement has no alternative

Examining the forthcoming global realignment triggered by the conformation of China and the US and its impact on Asia. Author presents a proposal to revisit chapters of Bandung and NAM. Prof. Anis ... Read More...



A Recipe for War
A Recipe for War

Examining Germany's policy toward Southeastern Europe.  By Zlatko Hadžidedi and Adnan Idrizbegovi?. (10/23/2020)

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AI: The Italian National Strategy Revisited
AI: The Italian National Strategy Revisited

Is Italian AI strategic plan sufficient?  By Cristina Semeraro. (09/07/2020)

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De-funding Global Health
De-funding Global Health

Funds are being reduced to Global Health Intiatives.  What are the facts and potential impacts?  By M. Patel Virendra.  (08/31/2020)

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Where do we go from here? – revisiting words of Steve Clemons
Where do we go from here? – revisiting words of Steve Clemons

Highlights from panel discussion during the Diplomatic Academy Vienna's recent conference, reflecting on the legacy of World War II and today's environment.  By Anna Kassai. (07/30/202... Read More...



Social Media’s Impact on the International Relations
Social Media’s Impact on the International Relations

Social media's increasing influence on the world and its ramifications.  By Fulin Wang. (05/21/2020)

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The UK Voted to Leave the EU, and Now Scotland Must Vote to Leave the UK
The UK Voted to Leave the EU, and Now Scotland Must Vote to Leave the UK

Author argues that it's time for Scotland's independence from the U.K. By Kenneth Frank. (05/13/2020)

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Why Does America Exclude Development Finance from its Foreign Aid Account?
Why Does America Exclude Development Finance from its Foreign Aid Account?

Foreign aid does not count development finance funding - resulting in billions of dollars being missed. What are its global impacts?  Here's a blueprint to correct it.  By Mumukshu Pa... Read More...



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