Ukraine-Russia

Balancing Act: The Complexities of a "Coalition of the Willing" in Ukraine

As a coalition of the willing is preparing to send a multinational observer force to Ukraine, we should be careful with the terms we use to discuss this mission. Comparisons to UN peacekeeping are problematic and should be avoided.

Resilience Fatigue: How Can Ukraine’s Ontological Security Outlast US Betrayal?

As Ukraine faces wavering Western support, its survival depends not just on arms, but on preserving a clear sense of identity. From the Ghost of Kyiv to Snake Island, stories of defiance fuel resilience — ontological security might help Ukraine persevere as global solidarity cracks.

The Ukraine War and Strategic Shifts in International Relations

The 2022 United Nations General Debate: Using Text-as-Data Approaches to Unravel the Political Narratives of Leaders

This blog aims to explore the untapped research potential of UN General Debate speeches to better understand the political preferences and stances of states on current global issues.