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Ukraine and Moldova Initiatives On Transnistria

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At the request of the East European Security Research Initiative, Moldovan experts commented on the practical implications of Kyiv decision of May 2015 to ban transit of Russian troops; prospects for the Ukrainian initiative to replace Russian peacekeepers in Transnistria with the international mission, and perspectives of the Chisinau initiative to adopt a reintegration timetable for Transnistria. (PDF) Alexandru Postica, Mihai Popșoi, Chisinau

Military Integration Between Russia and South Ossetia: Quo Vadis?

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This article examines the concept of military integration as applied to the case of Russia and South Ossetia, analyzes the integration dynamics and durability in this region and models future developments. The author concludes that increased military presence and capabilities are undoubtedly destabilizing security in the Caucasus region. (PDF) Grazvydas Jasutis, Lithuania

Civic Engagement versus Government Cynicism

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Thousands of people who manifested their defiance to the government on Sunday, and many more at home, genuinely hope for a change. Sadly, if Moldovan political history is any indication, we are all up for another upset. (PDF) Mihai Popșoi, Chisinau Note: This piece was originally published at Moldovan Politics on 7 September 2015.

How the West Can Stop Russia’s Escalating War in Ukraine

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In August Russia stepped up military pressure on Ukraine, concentrating about fifty thousand troops along its border with Ukraine, using its proxy militias to shell Ukrainian government positions in the Donbas, and threatening Kyiv with “a big war.” The West should understand that Moscow’s readiness to fulfill its obligations cannot be bought with concessions at Ukraine’s expense. (PDF) Maksym Khylko

Annexed Crimea and Russia’s Nuclear Saber-Rattling

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The Russian Federation makes an attempt to testify new nuclear strategy in the occupied Crimea. This strategy consists of a combination of steadily changing intimidation technique applying against Western countries, and traditional hybrid approaches to strengthen current Moscow’s position towards justifying illegal annexation of the part of Ukrainian territory. (PDF) Oleksandr Tytarchuk

Recommendations for Combating Russian Propaganda

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A set of recommendations for combating Russian propaganda in the European Union and the Eastern Partnership countries, which has been distributed among the Members of the European Parliament and the EU officials with regard to the European Council conclusions of 20 March 2015 calling for preparation of an action plan to counter Russia’s disinformation campaigns. (PDF) Oleg Panfilov, Maksym Khylko

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