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Magnitsky-style sanctions in the Eastern Partnership

Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine are all working to enact individual legislation sanctioning human rights abuses – Magnitsky-style. If they pass, they would infuriate the Kremlin. 

In memory of Sylke Tempel

Along with the entire Berlin foreign policy community we mourn the tragic death of Dr Sylke Tempel. At the same time our thoughts and hearts…

The Ossetian neverendum

South Ossetia is in a precarious position, but as far as the locals are concerned, Russia is the only saviour

Abkhazia – Russia’s tight embrace

What role does Russia play in the Abkhazia? To the northlies the Caucasian mountain range, to the east lies Georgia with which Abkhazia fought a war, and to the south lies the Black Sea. To the northwest lies its protector – Russia.

The Donbas: Back in the USSR

What role does Russia play in the Donbas? Did the local population rise up against Kyiv in the name of Novorossiya?