Balkans
Until now, the U.S. had done little to combat the growing consolidation of power among corrupt oligarchs in EU nations
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April 19, 2021
Bosnia & Herzegovina: Targeted Western Aid Can Heal Divides
In 2005, the world’s first statue dedicated to the martial arts actor Bruce Lee was unveiled, not as you might imagine in his hometown of San Francisco, nor in Hong Kong where he was raised, but in Mostar, Bosnia and Hercegovina (BiH).
April 19, 2021
The Western Balkans: China and Russia Steal a March
Despite historically sporadic involvement in the Western Balkans, the U.S. signaled a shift in priorities when former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visited Montenegro and North Macedonia in October.
April 16, 2021
In the Balkans, Serbia Has Its Own Vaccine Diplomacy
Covid-19 vaccines have a powerful political value for smaller countries too
March 3, 2021
Military Mobility Appendix 4: Western Balkans
Europe’s Soft Underbelly
March 2, 2021
The Serbia-Kosovo Dialogue: Ripe for Resolution?
The United States and Europe must invest more to help Belgrade and Pristina find common ground
February 13, 2021
Kremlin Sows Discord in Western Balkans
Covid-19 is the latest of many emergencies used to amplify propaganda narratives in the region.
February 12, 2021
Chinese Vaccine Diplomacy Comes to Serbia
A successful influence operation requires a willing ally on the ground.
February 8, 2021
The Twin Authoritarian Challenge in the Western Balkans
Chinese and Russian disinformation efforts in the Western Balkans have achieved a dangerous synergy. The COVID crisis is only making their work easier.
February 8, 2021
The Deadly Effects of Disinformation
Russian COVID disinformation operation has been tragically successful, at both undermining the West and in spreading lies that have cost lives.