A battle over interpretive sovereignty has broken out in the Russian media not only over the war but also over the sanctions imposed by the West. While the pro-government press is trying to appease citizens and thus keep them away from the ATMs, independent media paint a gloomy picture.
By Eugenie Ankowitsch
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has been rapid and dramatic, but the economic consequences will be much slower to materialize and less spectacular, writes Jason Furman. In the long run, however, Russia is likely to be the war's biggest loser.
By Redaktion Table
The change of course by the traffic light government due to the Russian attack on Ukraine is a significant change on many levels. Thomas Wiegold analyzes the new course and its meaning in terms of federal policy, Europe, and for the armed forces.
By Redaktion Table
The Ukraine war is also part of a global struggle for oil and gas. The USA wants to sell more of it to Europe. China, in turn, wants to be less dependent on oil and gas from the US and its allies – and is leaning toward Russia.
By Redaktion Table
