This is a reprint of a Toronto Star article dated January 17th, 2022 with permission from the author Alexandra Chyczij and with the cooperation of her co-writer Orest Zakydalsky.
Continue readingThe Ukraine Crises Compared to the Cuban Missile Crisis
This article discusses the error of drawing an analogy between today’s Ukrainian crisis to the 1962 Cuban Missile crisis asserting that
due to Ukraine’s denuclearization following the Budapest Accord the situation today is different than what took place in 1962.
Putin’s Claim That Ukrainians Are Part of Russian Civilization Is Bogus – Here’s Why
This article discusses Putin’s contention that there is a Russian civilization that envelops Russians, Ukrainians and Belarusians
based on a historical link to Kyivan Rus’. That contention is rebutted and the history of Ukraine is explored as a separate nation linked to Kyivan Rus.
Rise of European Democracies After Collapse of Soviet Union
The Honourable David Kilgour delivers a webinar on European democracies after the implosion of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Continue readingIf Ukrainians and Russians Were One People, Putin Wouldn’t Need a Translator
Ukraine continues to fight for language sovereignty in order to preserve its national identity as separate from Russia. The global population can take specific steps to contribute to the freedom and democracy of Ukraine.
Continue readingA Hostage to the Veto: The Standoff between Sofia and Skopje
Macedonia’s road to the European Union hindered once again by an unwavering veto from Bulgaria and various demands to follow.
Continue readingWhat Putin Wants The West To Know About Ukraine’s Independence
Putin relays a strong message and action plan throughout his recent essay on Ukraine directed at Western countries that support Ukrainian independence. Ultimately, Putin’s goal is to regain Ukraine and strengthen his Russian empire. It is time to rally Western allies in support of Ukraine.
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