Section: Transitions Online (EU)
Russia’s Donbas ‘Buildup’: Threat or Bargaining Chip?
Ukrainian leader warns of possible Russian invasion, while the Pentagon tries to inject a note of realism into increasingly tense debate. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
U.S. Closes in on Ukraine’s Firtash
The mega-wealthy businessman, who once partnered with Donald Trump’s former campaign manager, loses another round in extradition fight. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Reports Claims Widespread Female Mutilation in Dagestan
Caucasus mufti, controversial Orthodox priest defend female genital mutilation, saying it eliminates ‘depravity.’ …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Counting Emigration’s Toll on Eastern Europe
The flight of young, educated workers continues across the region, with long-term damage to the economies of their home countries, the IMF says. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Putin’s New Chief of Staff Turns Out to Be Multi-Talented
Otherwise a rather faceless official, Anton Vaino is gaining fame for his odd “scientific” inquiries. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Bad News
Media outlets in Central and Eastern Europe make a poor showing in international journalism watchdog reports, and there is plenty of blame to go around. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Odessa Pride March Held Despite Initial Ban
The city’s first LGBTQIA march was held on Saturday, as police prevent an attack by nationalist youth. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Ukrainian Anti-Corruption Probe May Implicate Top Trump Aide
Ledgers found in Kyiv list undisclosed cash payments to the chairman of Trump’s presidential campaign. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
Controversial Russian Anti-Terrorism Law Hits First Target
Krishna follower faces sanctions for speaking to passers-by and handing out religious books. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
War of Words Over Crimea Continues
Tension between Moscow and Kyiv rises to highest level since a shaky cease-fire took hold in eastern Ukraine last winter. …read more Source: Transitions Online...
