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May 23 , 2022

Op-Ed

Russia’s Weaponization of Europe’s Energy Dependency and the Global Risks It Brings

Ever since Vladimir Putin assumed leadership, the world and especially Europe have been watching nervously how Russia may act given its position as a dominant energy supplier (see the Appendices for information on Russia’s key oil and gas importers and main pipelines). The first time Europe literally held its breath

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May 16 , 2022

Op-Ed

What Impact Can the War in Ukraine Have on Organized Crime?

Chaos and instability have always been fertile ground for organized crime and criminal networks typically operating in Eastern Europe. The conflict in Ukraine is a golden opportunity for nefarious groups to exploit desperate and vulnerable people weary of death and destruction. It is no coincidence that the rise and empowerment

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Apr 5 , 2022

Op-Ed

Could Erdogan’s Charm Offensive Open a New Chapter with Israel?

When Israel President Isaac Herzog visited Turkey in early March, it was a victory of sorts for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who welcomed his Israeli counterpart with open arms. The president and his foreign policy team had worked diligently for the past couple of months to make this moment

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Mar 31 , 2022

Podcast

Colin Clarke: The Perils of Foreign Fighters and Mercenaries Heading to Ukraine

In this Orion Talks podcast, Dr. Colin Clarke describes how Ukraine has become a center of gravity for foreign fighters and mercenaries and provides a background for those joining the legion. He explains the logistical, organizational, and operational challenges waiting for them on the battlefield and discusses whether their participation

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Mar 25 , 2022

Podcast

Richard Falk: Legal and Global Challenges of the Ukraine War

In this Orion Talks podcast, Dr. Richard Falk discusses the position of international law and United Nations vis a vis the Ukraine conflict and ongoing humanitarian crisis. He talks about plausible solutions to minimize human suffering and evaluates two sides’ positions for a potential ceasefire or peace deal. He concludes

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Mar 9 , 2022

Podcast

Paul Poast: Trajectories of the Ukraine War and Challenges Ahead

  In this Orion Talks podcast, Dr. Paul Poast elaborates on his disagreement with John Mearsheimer’s arguments on the West’s responsibility in the Ukraine crisis. He also explains potential scenarios on how the war might end and how these scenarios interplay with Putin’s endgame in the conflict. Dr. Poast continues

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Mar 7 , 2022

Podcast

How to Deal with Putin’s Aggression?

In this Orion Talks podcast, Dr. Matthew Light talks about Russian president Putin’s purpose in the invasion, how to complicate his aims, and the lessons to take away from the crisis. Dr. Light also provides insights into NATO’s unity and enlargement plans, security in the Baltic region, and the former

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Feb 26 , 2022

Op-Ed

The Flaw in Putin’s Strategy and How the West Can Exploit It

Putin made clear that his goal is to absorb all of Ukraine, effectively re-unifying a key part of the old Soviet Union. Undoubtedly, Putin believes absorbing Ukraine -- its resources, economy, and over 40 million people -- will increase Russia's relative power and enable still more bold geopolitical expansion in

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Feb 24 , 2022

Podcast

Russia’s Cyber Warfare Lab: Ukraine

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In this Orion Talks podcast, Dr. Nadiya Kostyuk talks about Russian cyber warfare against Ukraine. She provides insights into Russia’s short and long-term strategies, the nature of Russian cyberattacks, and their effectiveness on the ground. As she discusses the United States’ counter-strategies, she answers whether Western countries have been exaggerating

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Feb 17 , 2022

Op-Ed

NATO’s New Strategic Concept Is Facing the Ukraine Crisis

A huge military buildup near the Russian-Ukrainian border, bellicose statements from Russian President Vladimir Putin, tons of offensive weaponry (including main battle tanks, infantry combat vehicles, and Iskander short-range ballistic missile systems) make for a tense situation that raises the risk of conflict between the two countries to an unprecedented

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Jan 18 , 2022

Op-Ed

The Crux of the Eastern Mediterranean Dispute: The Megisti Island Case

The maritime delimitation problem in the Eastern Mediterranean and other disputes related to the Aegean Sea have been the source of chronic tension between Turkey and Greece since 1974. The newly discovered oil and gas reserves, estimated to be 879 million barrels and 286.2 trillion cubic feet, respectively, have added

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Nov 21 , 2021

Op-Ed

Holding Its General Assembly in Turkey Could Imperil INTERPOL’s Legitimacy

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Download PDF The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) General Assembly convenes on November 23-25, 2021, in Istanbul, Turkey. It will be one of the most historic meetings for the body, as the majority (12 out of 13) of its Executive Committee members, all of its appellate body members, and the

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