Is Russia Now Weaponizing Music?
Russia has resorted to a wide range of tactics to keep nations within its orbit. Now it’s taken to using music to win over foreign public support.
Ukraine’s Diplomatic Counteroffensive Against Russia’s Presence Africa
Russia has been taking advantage of anti-colonial sentiment in Africa to gain support in the Global South. Ukraine, with Italy’s help, could present a counterweight.
Stop Listening to ‘Ukraine Experts’ Who Don’t Know Ukrainians
The world is now teeming with so-called Ukraine experts who have no clue about Ukrainians. Their theoretical approach to this war is a recipe for miscalculation, if not disaster.
Taking Freedom to the Moon
The launch by Russia of a spacecraft to the Moon during its ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine suggests that the time is ripe to ask: what sort of governance do we want beyond Earth?
Ukraine's Counter-Offensive: Setting Expectations
As Ukrainian forces continue to make slow but sure progress in their counter-offensive, a leading British military specialist places matters in perspective.
Authoritarians of the World Unite!
When Vladimir Putin lauds friendship between Russia and Africa, he speaks directly to those Africans who share in his kleptocratic maxim and soak up the export of corruption.
On the Spot Report and Exclusive Photos from Russian-Targeted Chernihiv
Exclusive on the scene report for Kyiv Post from Chernihiv by a Canadian video journalist. All photos by the author.
Russia Attacks Odesa’s Head, Heart and Belly
Like a spurned lover with gangster ethics, Putin is trying to disfigure the Pearl of the Black Sea, a city he considers his– notwithstanding the fact that she has unequivocally rejected Russian rule.
The Need for Restricted Geozones in Ukraine’s Rear
Western and other interested governments should enforce no-fly zones over Ukrainian objects of strategic interest to their countries, such as factories and nuclear plants.
Failed Coup in Moscow Precipitated Ukraine’s Declaration of Independence
Ironically, a botched attempt by Moscow hardliners 32 years ago to preserve the faltering Soviet empire enabled Ukraine finally to break free and declare independence.
Help Wanted: Job Vacancies in Ukraine, Antarctica
Job openings across Ukraine and beyond: Opportunities include picking fruit on rural farms, wintering over at an Antarctic Polar Station and serving as the new Minister of Culture.
Why Can’t We Be Honest About Kremlin Propaganda?
In corners of elite Western newsrooms far removed from the harsh realities of Russia’s brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, ignorance, falsehoods and disturbing messaging continue to fester.
At close to 112 against the US dollar, the ruble is now at its weakest level since the panic which set in after the “surprise” full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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