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  • Belarusian opposition leader Tikhanovsky calls for Finlandisation of Belarus

    After years of imprisonment, Belarusian opposition leader Sergey Tikhanovsky is attempting to shape Western policy towards his country. In a recent post published on his Strana dlya Zhizni (“Country for Life”) YouTube channel, Tikhanovsky describes brief but telling conversations with European politicians during the Munich Security Conference. His goal, he writes, is straightforward: “I set… Continue reading

  • East and West. No. 4 21 February 2026

    Europe now needs the courage to pursue peace. By Harald Kujat and Michael von der Schulenburg. And an essay by Jeffrey Sachs on the origins of Russophobia. Continue reading

  • East and West. New Issue Out No. 3 7 February 2026

    The third issue of the East and West newspaper has been released. With stories on: Continue reading

  • LAND FOR PEACE?

    Ukraine’s Dilemma Between Territorial Integrity and the Quest to End The War The idea of a “land for peace” agreement in Ukraine has moved from an unthinkable scenario to a subject of intense international debate. Negotiations in Abu Dhabi involving Ukrainian, Russian, and U.S. envoys, has revived discussions about potential compromises, even as Ukrainian officials… Continue reading

  • East and West. New Issue Out No. 2 24 Januar 2026

    The second issue of the East and West newspaper has been released. With stories on: Please find No. 2 of the East and West newspaper here. Free. Continue reading

  • East and West. New Issue Out No. 1 Januar 2026

    A new issue of our newspaper East and West has been released. With stories on: Please find the newest issue of East and West. Free. Continue reading

  • The Roman Empire and the United States

    The historical connections and parallels between Ancient Rome and the United States of America are undeniable. From their systems of government to their architecture, literature, and legal frameworks, the influence of Rome on the United States has left an indelible mark on its development. The United States was inspired by the Roman Empire in many… Continue reading

  • The Power of Women

    Throughout history, the dynamics of power between men and women have been a subject of intense study and debate. While power imbalances have often favored men, it is crucial to recognize the influence and agency that women possess in their own right. One aspect that frequently arises is the power women exert over men, particularly… Continue reading

  • We live in the Age of Hegel

    In the realm of philosophy, certain thinkers leave an indelible mark on the course of intellectual history. Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, an influential German philosopher of the 19th century, is one such figure. His comprehensive system of thought, known as Hegelianism, has endured for centuries, continuously inspiring and shaping intellectual discourse across various fields. Today,… Continue reading

  • How will artificial intelligence change the world?

    How will artificial intelligence change the world?

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force that is poised to change the world in unprecedented ways. As technology continues to advance at an exponential rate, AI is rapidly becoming an integral part of our daily lives, with the potential to revolutionize industries, reshape economies, and impact society at large. In this article,… Continue reading

  • Absolute ideal war and real war

    Absolute ideal war and real war

    In the first chapter of his book “On war” Carl von Clausewitz makes a distinction between “absolute war” and “limited war”. Absolute war would be possible in an ideal world, the world of the perfection of the absolute. This kind of war, by definition, would entail the complete destruction of one’s enemy. In the real… Continue reading

  • If we want to avoid World War III, Europe needs to offer Russia a way out in Ukraine

    If we want to avoid World War III, Europe needs to offer Russia a way out in Ukraine

    Russia’s war in Ukraine will soon be one year old. After the sense of elation and excitement in the Western corridors of power about the late successful Ukrainian offensives in the regions of Kharkiv and Herson, the conflict now seems to have reached a stall with intense fighting around the city of Bakhmut in the… Continue reading

  • What are the scenarios for the war in Ukraine in 2023?

    What are the scenarios for the war in Ukraine in 2023?

    The Russian war in Ukraine has certainly loomed longer than experts could have predicted a year ago, when US intelligence and Western media were already warning of an imminent Russian invasion. If at the beginning it seemed that the Ukrainian resistance could last at most a few weeks (a bit like the Polish resistance in… Continue reading

  • Caricature and realpolitik of Russia’s war in Ukraine

    Caricature and realpolitik of Russia’s war in Ukraine

    In the West the view of Russia and Russians is often lived through a host of memes. Memes by their nature of course are bereft of any nuance or complexities, they are simple frameworks that given omnipresent exposure allow for the formation of entrenched beliefs. The result of these memes is that most people in… Continue reading

  • Indian wisdom and Romanticism

    Indian wisdom and Romanticism

    The Romantic movement, which emerged in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, was characterized by a renewed interest in emotion, individualism, and nature. This movement had a profound impact on the arts and literature, but it also had an influence on philosophical thought. In particular, there were notable connections between the Romantic… Continue reading

  • NATO propaganda works – Nachdenkseiten

    NATO propaganda works – Nachdenkseiten

    This article is based on a text published on Nachdenkseiten. NATO propaganda places responsibility for the Ukraine war solely on the Russian side by ignoring its own expansion policy. Through its regular infiltration of news management, it wins over a large majority of the Western public. “Putin ordered the war. He is responsible for every… Continue reading

  • The West is Hegelian – the end of history and its discontents

    The West is Hegelian – the end of history and its discontents

    Hegel’s work had a significant impact on many aspects of Western thought, particularly in the fields of philosophy and political theory. Hegel’s emphasis on historical progress and the development of human consciousness had a profound influence on later thinkers such as Karl Marx and Friedrich Nietzsche, and his ideas continue to be debated and discussed… Continue reading

  • Zelensky has no interest in peace – Diego Fusaro

    Zelensky has no interest in peace – Diego Fusaro

    It is now clear and beyond any reasonable doubt: Ukraine, guided by the mummer Zelensky, a NATO actor, is looking for total war. He has no intention of trying to follow the diplomatic path and quickly achieve peace. This is what emerges from the most recent declarations by the G7 fool: no possibility of dialogue… Continue reading

  • The philosophy of neoliberalism

    The philosophy of neoliberalism

    Neoliberalism is a political and economic philosophy that emerged in the mid-20th century and has since become a dominant force in global politics and economics. It is characterized by a focus on individual freedom, free markets, and the privatization of public goods and services. In this essay, we will explore the philosophy of neoliberalism, its… Continue reading

  • What’s all this hype about Stoicism?

    What’s all this hype about Stoicism?

    Stoicism is a school of philosophy that originated in ancient Greece and was founded by the philosopher Zeno of Citium in the early 3rd century BC. Its teachings emphasize self-control, rationality, and the acceptance of one’s fate as a means of achieving inner peace and tranquility. While some people find value in these teachings, others… Continue reading