In a post-Soviet republic, separatist militants attacked government buildings in a regional capital and proclaimed independence. The central government responded by mobilizing its security forces and attempting to retake the restive region. Undermanned and their strength a far cry from the might of the Soviet Army of which they were once a part, government forces […]
What’s Left of the EU’s Rotating Council Presidency? Small State Influence After Lisbon
By Chris Klein When the Nobel Committee announced that the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the European Union (EU) in recognition of “over six decades [working toward] peace and reconciliation, democracy and human rights in Europe,” followers of European Affairs couldn’t help but wonder who will show up to pick up the gold […]