The Average American Can't Answer These Simple Cold War Questions
The Cold War was a 44-year struggle between superpowers characterized by political tension and indirect conflict rather than direct military confrontation.
This Country Flies the Most MiG Fighter Jets, and It's Not Even Close
MiG fighter jets continue to be widely used across several countries, despite the end of the Cold War.
Behind the curtain: Art Dubai looks at the Middle Eastern artists who forged links with the Soviet Union
The Soviet Union's cultural links with the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia are explored at Art Dubai Modern.
Artists from diverse backgrounds share common experiences and aspirations due to their time in the Soviet context.
The Average American Can't Answer These Simple Cold War Questions
The Cold War was a 44-year struggle between superpowers characterized by political tension and indirect conflict rather than direct military confrontation.
This Country Flies the Most MiG Fighter Jets, and It's Not Even Close
MiG fighter jets continue to be widely used across several countries, despite the end of the Cold War.
Behind the curtain: Art Dubai looks at the Middle Eastern artists who forged links with the Soviet Union
The Soviet Union's cultural links with the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia are explored at Art Dubai Modern.
Artists from diverse backgrounds share common experiences and aspirations due to their time in the Soviet context.
Tugged Between East and West, Moldova Makes a Pivotal Choice
Moldova is voting to solidify its commitment to join the EU and distance itself from Russian influence.
Where Are They Now? 15 Countries That Were Once Part of the Soviet Union
The collapse of the Soviet Union created economic and political challenges in its former republics, with ongoing Russian influence complicating progress.
Discover the 15 Nations That Emerged After the Soviet Union's Collapse
The collapse of the USSR in 1991 was influenced by various economic and social factors.
What's behind Transnistria's call for Russian 'protection'? DW 03/01/2024
Transnistria seeks Russian protection amidst tensions with Moldova
Long-standing conflict risks reignition with Transnistria's appeal for Russian support
Kuleba warns Russia will 'definitely attack NATO on one condition'
Russia may attack NATO under specific conditions.
Russia's strategic goal is to restore the Soviet Union and depends on Ukraine.
Tugged Between East and West, Moldova Makes a Pivotal Choice
Moldova is voting to solidify its commitment to join the EU and distance itself from Russian influence.
Where Are They Now? 15 Countries That Were Once Part of the Soviet Union
The collapse of the Soviet Union created economic and political challenges in its former republics, with ongoing Russian influence complicating progress.
Discover the 15 Nations That Emerged After the Soviet Union's Collapse
The collapse of the USSR in 1991 was influenced by various economic and social factors.
What's behind Transnistria's call for Russian 'protection'? DW 03/01/2024
Transnistria seeks Russian protection amidst tensions with Moldova
Long-standing conflict risks reignition with Transnistria's appeal for Russian support
Kuleba warns Russia will 'definitely attack NATO on one condition'
Russia may attack NATO under specific conditions.
Russia's strategic goal is to restore the Soviet Union and depends on Ukraine.
This Man Started Selling Rubber Ducks, Then He Became a Billionaire
Roman Abramovich transitioned from an orphaned child to one of Russia's most powerful oligarchs through strategic business moves in oil and aluminum.
This Female Sniper Was So Lethal They Called Her 'Lady Death'
Lyudmila Pavlichenko transitioned from aspiring teacher to a renowned sniper in WWII, highlighting her remarkable legacy and impact on military history.
The day Ukraine declared independence DW 08/23/2024
August 24, 1991 marked Ukraine's declaration of independence, spurred by political upheaval in the Soviet Union and the actions of democratic forces in Parliament.
Ukraine, Russia, and the Long Shadow of Nuclear Proliferation
The Maidan symbolizes Ukraine's ongoing struggle for freedom and resistance against oppression, heavily influenced by its neighbor, Russia.
Today in History: August 20, Soviets invade Czechoslovakia
The invasions and pivotal events on August 20 shaped social, political, and scientific discourse significantly throughout history.
Light in the Attic Announces New Ukrainian Music Compilation, Shares Archival Songs
The compilation 'Even the Forest Hums' highlights the significance of Ukrainian music pre- and post-Soviet Union, enriched by historical context and social impact.
In Georgia's Depressed Heartland, Pining for the Soviet Past
The town of Kazreti in Georgia, once a thriving Communist oasis, faced economic downfall post-Soviet Union collapse, leading to unemployment and closure of essential services.
Thomas Neff, Who Turned Soviet Warheads Into Electricity, Dies at 80
Dr. Thomas L. Neff converted 20,000 Soviet nuclear warheads into reactor fuel, providing energy to American homes and contributing to global peace.
Peace, a word in decline in Russia
The concept of peace was deeply ingrained in the Soviet Union's culture and rhetoric, but its meaning has since been devalued globally.