Eastern Europe

Does Vatican diplomacy have prospects of success in Ukraine?

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - May 27, 2025.

The first person on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s newly formed team in 2019 to propose involving Pope Francis in efforts to resolve the war between Russia...

Ukraine Stays Open to Russia Talks, but Doubts Linger Amid Putin’s Stalling Tactics

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - May 20, 2025.

Ukraine will continue talks with Russia, President Zelenskyy’s Office says — but Ukrainians remain focused on constructive and realistic outcomes, both in terms of format...

Can there be peace in Ukraine without justice?

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - May 13, 2025.

This is a question many journalists, experts, and Western leaders are asking. Many insist that lasting peace is not possible without those responsible being held...

Autocracies vs. democracies — Who is losing the battle?

Politics Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - May 6, 2025.

In 2025, 72% of the world’s population—5.8 billion people—live under autocratic regimes, a sharp rise from 49% two decades ago. According to the Democracy Report 2025,...

Ukraine Faces Partial Default Risk

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - April 29, 2025.

The spectre of default is once again hovering over Ukraine. This concern has arisen after Ukraine failed to reach an agreement with investors to restructure...

How close are the US and Ukraine to a mineral deal?

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - April 22, 2025.

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy are now competing to take the lead in announcing and swiftly signing a mineral agreement that sparked considerable controversy and...

Easter Nears Amid Escalating Violence and Fragile Ceasefire

Eastern Europe Iuliia Mendel, TA Kyiv - April 15, 2025.

Easter is approaching, but peace in Ukraine remains elusive. The civilian population, suffering from unrelenting Russian shelling, feels no mercy.  The UN reports that in March...

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