In this interview, Dr. Fabian Baumann discusses his book Dynasty Divided: A Family History of Russian and Ukrainian Nationalism, exploring the Shul’gin/Shul’hyn family’s divergent national identities and their implications for understanding nationalism in Ukraine and Russia. He examines the historical…
Explore the strategic role and dynamics of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in our concise analysis. We delve into CSTO’s goals, its comparison with NATO, member state relations, and its impact on Russia’s economic and security policies. Understand CSTO’s…
Join us for a captivating interview with Associate Professor Chris Monday as we delve deep into the intricacies of Russian power dynamics. In this thought-provoking discussion, we cover topics ranging from the Russian power hierarchy to Putin’s family’s role in…
In this riveting episode of “IR Thinker,” I welcome Daniel Rakov, a leading expert on Russian foreign policy, to delve into Russia’s complex role in the Middle East. The conversation kicks off with an overview of Russia’s strategic objectives in…
Scholars of Tomorrow ‘Scholars of Tomorrow’ is a special edition of the ‘IR Thinker’ talk show, dedicated to showcasing the brightest minds of the next generation. Dive into insightful discussions on international relations as we bring forward passionate students poised…
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tatiana Mitrova, a renowned expert in Russian energy policies and economics. In this comprehensive discussion, we delve into the intricacies of Russian nuclear energy, Rosatom’s global ambitions, the dynamics of the Russian…
Dive deep into the intricate world of Russian politics and security affairs as we explore the influential role of Nikolai Patrushev in the Kremlin. From his longstanding relationship with Putin to the dynamics with figures like Sergey Naryshkin, this comprehensive…
In this insightful episode, we delve deep into the intriguing world of Russia’s high society, exploring various facets from philanthropy to generational divides. Join us as we discuss the motivations behind Elisabeth’s research into Russian wealth and how she engaged…
Academic research on political myth is sparse, and the body of literature that does exist is dispersed among many different scientific fields. Roland Barthes, 1957 book Mythologies, is regarded as a pioneer of this idea. He was building on Ferdinand…
By all accounts, 2023 will be a year of endless debates about energy relations between the European Union and Russia. On this edition of “IR thinker”, I am curious about Russian LNG in Europe, is it a sign of hypocrisy…