When Russia invaded Ukraine, its leader was immediately labeled “fascist” by Ukrainians and others. A political scientist explains why that label fits.
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The policy introduced the chilling concept of ‘escalate to de-escalate’.
It’s evidence of political solidarity and a strengthening of ties between Ukraine and the EU.
The Belarusian regime is bitterly despised by its people, but it survives through the use of force and Russian support. Belarusians don’t want war, and their country is also under occupation.
If this descends into a protracted guerrilla war, Ukraine has the skill and resources to hurt Russia badly.
Metaphors, analogies and comparisons abound when talking about the war in Ukraine, but are they helpful? An expert in peace and conflict resolution explains.
None of the available methods for holding Russian President Vladimir Putin accountable are likely to actually punish him, and they may even make new atrocities more likely.
How did a young risk-taking politician take complete control of Russia and destabilise Europe and the US?
What psychology has to offer when it comes to peace negotiations.
Internet infrastructure disruption, targeted cyberattacks and the manipulation of disinformation during the Russian invasion of Ukraine all show that warfare now includes cyberwar strategies.
It’s difficult for regimes to galvanize public opinion or maintain people’s willingness to accept the sacrifices associated with a war waged for questionable reasons.
Many of Russia’s creative class are speaking out against the war in Ukraine and experiencing financial repercussions. As a result, many are leaving the country
While most people offering support to Ukrainians are well-intentioned, it’s not always the case. There are a reports of women and girls fleeing Ukraine being raped in their new countries.
With Russia poised to launch cyberattacks on US targets, many local governments find themselves without the staff or resources to even recognize when they’re under attack.
Thanks to a shared wariness over China, Australia and India have grown much closer in recent years. Now, can a free-trade agreement be finalised, as promised, this year?
Giving directly to Ukrainians via unused Airbnb rentals is a fast and efficient way to help. But there are some drawbacks.
Many soldiers in the Ukraine war haven’t had actual military training, and are therefore at particular risk of developing PTSD.
Vladamir Putin’s version of Russian history portrays his country as a victim – a historian examines the evidence.
Viewed from Cairo, the war in Ukraine poses an existential threat to something Egyptians can’t do without: abundant, cheap bread.
Religion plays an important role in expansive views of Russian nationhood. But faith has played a role in Ukrainian nationalism, too.
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Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham
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Professor of International Relations, Jean Monnet Professor of European Security, National University Odesa Law Academy
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Senior Lecturer in Military Strategy and Law, University of Portsmouth
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Professor of International Relations and Security, University of Bradford
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Professor of Military History, University of Calgary
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Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Russian and Post-Soviet Politics, University of Bath
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Assistant Professor and Edward and Emily McWhinney Professor in International Relations, Simon Fraser University
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Teaching Fellow, School of Strategy, Marketing and Innovation, University of Portsmouth
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Professor of History and Political Science, University of Michigan
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Senior Lecturer in International Politics, Aberystwyth University
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Professor of International Security, Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion, Lancaster University
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Professor of International Politics in the Department of Political Science and International Studies, University of Birmingham
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Professor of Intelligence and National Security, University of Hull
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Associate Professor (Adj), Griffith Asia Institute; and Fellow, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, Australian National University
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Professor, Department of Government, University of Essex
