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UkraineAlert

Feb 2, 2022

The new Ukraine needs a new census

By Andrew D’Anieri

Ukraine has not conducted a national census in more than two decades and must address this issue in order to provide up-to-date information reflecting the dramatic changes taking place within Ukrainian society.

Conflict Democratic Transitions

In the News

Feb 1, 2022

Wechsler quoted in Spiegel on Putin’s military campaigns in Ukraine

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 1, 2022

Handler in Middle East Policy: Middle East cyber security—Threats and opportunities

By Atlantic Council

Simon Handler overviews of the state of cybersecurity in the Middle East and what the implications are for the security of US interests.

Conflict Cybersecurity

In the News

Feb 1, 2022

Slavin quoted in Tehran Times on the renewal of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and US-Iran talks in Vienna

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

New Atlanticist

Feb 1, 2022

Russian Hybrid Threats Report: Will Moscow provide weapons and passports to breakaway Ukrainian regions?

By Digital Forensic Research Lab

The Council’s Digital Forensic Research Lab is tracking the latest on Russia moving blood and food supplies to the front, narratives in Kremlin-tied media, and more.

Belarus Conflict

UkraineAlert

Feb 1, 2022

US delegation tells Ukrainians: Your fight is our fight

By Peter Dickinson

A high-level American delegation arrived in Kyiv on January 30 for a visit designed to demonstrate US solidarity and support for Ukraine as the country faces up to the threat of a potential full-scale Russian invasion.

Conflict Politics & Diplomacy

New Atlanticist

Jan 31, 2022

Cord-cutting, Russian style: Could the Kremlin sever global internet cables?

By Justin Sherman

Moscow knows that information is vital in a crisis—and that controlling or entirely disrupting its flow can provide important strategic advantages.

Conflict Eastern Europe

In the News

Jan 31, 2022

Peek joins The John Batchelor Show to discuss the five shortfalls of the Biden administration’s State Department

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Europe & Eurasia

UkraineAlert

Jan 30, 2022

Ukraine Crisis: Western sanctions must target Putin’s propagandists

By Yevhen Fedchenko

As Putin threatens a new invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s disinformation apparatus is playing a central role in the march to war. The international community must recognize this role and react accordingly.

Conflict Disinformation

UkraineAlert

Jan 30, 2022

Ukraine Crisis: Will Putin deploy his energy weapons against Europe?

By Aura Sabadus

In recent months, Russia has frequently been accused of using energy supplies as a geopolitical weapon. With international tensions now rising, such tactics may soon become more prominent.

Conflict Economic Sanctions

Experts