USSR successor
When the Soviet Union collapsed in the early 1990’s, the nations who formed part of that Soviet Empire gradually reclaimed their independence. As such the notion of a USSR successor state is open to...
Tagged: Ukraine
European Nations Cup wins for Russia, Georgia and Spain
Week four of the 2011-2012 European Nations Cup saw wins for Russia, Georgia and, unexpectedly, Spain.
I’m singin’ in Ukraine…
Fighting in Ukraine’s Parliament as it ratifies the extension of Russia’s Crimean lease until 2042.
Why so little internet in Ukraine?
Why do only 10% of Ukrainians have internet access when more than 33% of their Belarussian neighbours have access?
Russia-Ukraine gas dispute – endgame?
In the New Year’s spirit, I’m going to stick my neck out and predict that the current annual Russo-Ukrainian gas dispute will be resolved by the weekend. Why? Because there’s nowhere else for either...
It’s Russo-Ukrainian gas crisis time!
Ah, Christmas. A time for family, opening presents, and eating far too much. Oh, and time for the annual Russo-Ukrainian gas crisis. In a move that has become almost as traditional as Santa’s squeeze...
Does Ukraine hold the key to Russia’s future?
The MIT World Policy Journal is celebrating its 25th anniversary by making access to its Fall 2008 journal for free until the end of November. The 25th anniversary issue looks ahead to the next...
Poland and Ukraine to host Euro 2012
In a bit of a shock result, the joint bid from Ukraine and Poland has beaten hot favourites Italy to the right to host the Euro 2012 football tournament. There had been fears that...
Rival protests in Kiev as Ukraine crisis gathers pace
The political tensions that have been building in Ukraine over the past year or so may well come to a head over the next few days. Two rival protests have been organised in Kiev...
Ukraine picks drag queen for Eurovision – upsets Russians
Ukraine, after winning the coveted (!) Eurovision Song Contest in 2004, seem to have decided to have a little fun with the event this year. They’ve picked Verka Serdyuchka, a drag queen who pokes...
