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Fading support for Ukraine will affect EU policymaking

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EU

This suggests a growing disconnect within European society from the realities of the war and a decrease in the perceived threat posed by Russia. This outcome reflects heightened…

EU’s troubles will increase support for radical right

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EU

A combination of factors is driving the rise of the far right: perceptions that authoritarian-inclined elites are competent, the normalisation of authoritarian attitudes among the…

Sweden will prioritise defence against Russia

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SWEDEN

Defence policy is a larger issue in this year’s election, scheduled for September 9, than in previous ones. While voter confidence in the government's defence policy is generally…

EU views of China are slowly converging

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EU

There has been growing convergence between EU member states over the perceived China threat, especially related to economic matters. However, at the same time, EU countries are…

Moscow's solution for protest region is ill-judged

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RUSSIA

Khabarovsk is entering a third week of sustained protests following the arrest of regional governor Sergey Furgal. The Kremlin has not responded to this act of rebellion and has…

Moscow's interference in Europe will force responses

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EUROPE

Russia is contending with the West for influence in Serbia, a candidate for EU membership. For Belgrade, integration with the EU is economically advantageous but like several…

Kazakh leader retires but has succession plan in hand

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KAZAKHSTAN

Although the timing of Nazarbayev's announcement was a surprise, a handover has been long expected and a succession plan appears to be in place. Senate speaker Kassym-Jomart…

Opposition boycott tactics are destabilising Albania

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ALBANIA

The governing Socialist Party (PSSh) under Prime Minister Edi Rama is expected to win again. This implies policy continuity by what has hitherto been a successful reformist…

Belarus president sets election date despite COVID-19

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BELARUS

President Alexander Lukashenka's policy of downplaying the growing epidemic is unpopular but he is determined to win re-election, even bringing the ballot date forward by three…