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Kaliningrad: Why Russia’s Baltic Exclave Matters in European Geopolitics

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Kaliningrad: Why Russia’s Baltic Exclave Matters in European Geopolitics

Kaliningrad is one of the most strategically important and politically sensitive territories in Europe. Located on the Baltic Sea between Poland and Lithuania, the Russian exclave is geographically separated from mainland Russia, yet it plays a central role in European security, NATO planning, and Russian military strategy. Despite its relatively small size, Kaliningrad has become a focal point in discussions about deterrence, military balance in the Baltic region, and the future of East-West relations.

What Would a Nuclear Power Do If It Lost a Conventional War? The Russia–Ukraine Case

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What Would a Nuclear Power Do If It Lost a Conventional War? The Russia–Ukraine Case

The war between Russia and Ukraine has revived one of the most dangerous questions in modern geopolitics: what happens when a nuclear power risks losing a conventional war against a non-nuclear state? For decades, nuclear strategy was built around the assumption that nuclear-armed states would rarely face existential military defeat. Nuclear weapons themselves were supposed … Read more

Triangular Diplomacy and the European Union: From the Cold War to a New Geopolitical Reality

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Triangular Diplomacy and the European Union: From the Cold War to a New Geopolitical Reality

Triangular diplomacy has shaped global politics for more than seven decades. The concept refers to the strategic interaction between three major powers, each attempting to balance, manipulate, or cooperate with the others in order to maximize its own geopolitical advantage. During the Cold War, the triangle formed by the United States, the Soviet Union, and Communist China fundamentally transformed the international system. Today, a new version of triangular diplomacy is emerging, one with profound implications for the European Union.

What Happens if Russia Wins the War in Ukraine?

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What Happens if Russia Wins the War in Ukraine?

The war in Ukraine has become the most significant security crisis in Europe since World War II. Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022, the conflict has reshaped international politics, revived NATO’s strategic purpose, and forced Europe to reconsider its defense posture. While the outcome of the war remains uncertain, one scenario is … Read more

The Potential Reunification of the Republic of Moldova and Romania: History, Opportunities, Risks, and Geopolitical Implications

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The Potential Reunification of the Republic of Moldova and Romania: History, Opportunities, Risks, and Geopolitical Implications

Introduction The idea of reunifying the Republic of Moldova with Romania has remained one of the most debated political and geopolitical topics in Eastern Europe since the collapse of the Soviet Union. While often treated as a sensitive or controversial issue, reunification is deeply rooted in history, cultural identity, and international law. In recent years, … Read more

Russia–Algeria Relations: History, Economy, Arms Trade, and Foreign Policy

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Russia–Algeria Relations: History, Economy, Arms Trade, and Foreign Policy

Introduction In the complex geopolitical landscape of the 21st century, the relationship between Russia and Algeria stands out as one of the most consistent and strategically important partnerships between a major Eurasian power and an African state. Rooted in Cold War solidarity and transformed through the post-Soviet era, this bilateral relationship encompasses deep historical ties, robust arms trade, growing economic … Read more

Plausible Scenarios for the End of the War in Ukraine: International Law Under Pressure

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Plausible Scenarios for the End of the War in Ukraine: International Law Under Pressure

The war in Ukraine, launched by the Russian Federation in February 2022, represents the most serious challenge to the post–World War II international order in Europe. Beyond its devastating human and economic costs, the conflict is defined by a fundamental breach of international law, particularly the prohibition of aggressive war enshrined in the United Nations Charter.