Kosovo’s path to independence has been a story of aspirations. Albanian Kosovars sought unlikely partition from Yugoslavia; with a little help from its friends, Kosovo achieved that aspiration.
Europe and Eurasia
European Shale Gas: Be Wary of the Hype
A wave of excited chatter has overtaken energy watchers in Europe. There is talk of a “game-changer” and a “revolution” unfolding on the continent.
Russo-Ukrainian Relations: Sevastopol and the Black Sea Fleet
While the Russo-Ukrainian dispute over natural gas has dominated international political discourse in recent months, it is Crimea that has the long-term potential to become a flashpoint for future con
France, for Frenchmen
The debate between freedom of speech and national security typically hinges on the argument that certain types of speech, due to their ability to “incite violence”, should be prohibited for the good o
Turkish Solidarity with Tehran?
The international community rarely agrees on what constitutes a ‘security concern’ or a ‘threat’ to peace. One rare instance of such agreement is about Iran’s confrontational rhetoric and non-cooperation regarding its nuclear activities.
Turkey’s Reform Conundrum
“Our Party shall prepare a completely new constitutional bill to allow freedoms, responding to the needs of the entire society, conforming to the principle of the State of law and standards of dem
Does Greece’s Financial Troubles Mean Death to the Euro?
How would you like to retire early, avoid paying most of your taxes, and still receive free healthcare and education? Pack your bags for…Greece?






