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Russia's War on Ukraine

01/03/2022

Three persons look at damage caused by the shelling of Kyiv. IMAGO / Ukrinform

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a war of aggression that we condemn in the strongest possible terms. We are very worried about the people in Ukraine. With our research and expertise on Ukraine and the entire region of Eastern Europe, we at ZOiS will continue to contribute to the fact-based assessment of the situation. We also strive to maintain our contacts with researchers, journalists and artists who are in need, have had to flee, or come under political pressure, regardless of where they are located.

Our online dossier gathers relevant background information in addition to recent articles and assessments by ZOiS experts.

ZOiS Report 3/2024

Displaced Ukrainian Youth: Displaced Futures?

by Sabine von Löwis Gwendolyn Sasse Inna Volosevych 14/08/2024

A new ZOiS report sheds light on the different trajectories of displaced young Ukrainians in Poland who are currently living in Warsaw. It supplements qualitative interview data from a long-term study with survey data.

Spotlight on Ukraine 10

Warmth, Laughter, and the Smell of Buns: Perceptions of Home among Forced Migrants from Ukraine

by Oksana Mikheieva 18/07/2024

Thousands of young Ukrainians lost their home as a result of the war against their country. In interviews with some of them, they talk about how forced migration has changed their perceptions of home, what it means for their attitudes towards Ukraine, and whether they feel it is possible to find a home from home.

Spotlight on Ukraine 9

Rebuilding Amid Uncertainty: Reconstruction in Ukrainian Cities

by Tetiana Skrypchenko 03/07/2024

Reconstructing buildings damaged by shelling is a challenge while Russia continues its attacks. And yet reconstruction is in full swing in Ukraine. A survey conducted in spring 2024 shows that many of those affected have rebuilt their homes using their own funds.

Spotlight on Ukraine 8

Is There a Russian Church in Ukraine?

by Andriy Fert 27/05/2024

On 27 May 2022, in the face of Russia’s full-scale attack on Ukraine, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate declared its independence from Moscow. Yet, many doubt the sincerity of this step. Interviews with church members confirm that ‘pro-Russian’ attitudes are still present in many parishes.

Meet the Author | Michael Kimmage

In his new book 'Collisions: The Origins of the War in Ukraine and the New Global Instability', Michael Kimmage frames Russia’s war against Ukraine as three overlapping conflicts and traces their origins in the post-Cold War period and the longer history of Russia’s relations with Ukraine, Europe and the US.

Spotlight on Ukraine 7

The Role of Popular Culture in Ukraine’s War Effort

by Olena Zinenko 07/05/2024

Musicians Alyona Alyona and Jerry Heil are using their fame to support Ukraine's fight against Russia's aggression. This year the duo is representing their country at the Eurovision Song Contest. Ukraine has left an indelible mark on the supposedly apolitical music competition since it first participated in 2003.

MORE ZOiS PUBLICATIONS

External publications by ZOiS experts in academic and other journals, edited volumes, and blogs.

Podcast: Roundtable Osteuropa 48

In 2022, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) declared its independence from the Moscow patriarchate. In this episode, Regina Elsner and Andriy Fert shed some light on the churches in Ukraine and explain the status of the OUC and its place in Ukrainian society.

Podcast: Roundtable Osteuropa 47

Rebuilding research and education in Ukraine is a major challenge in the context of Russia’s war. In this special episode of our podcast, Tymofii Brik joins Julia Langbein at ZOiS to share his thoughts on the future of Ukrainian science.

Video: Ukraine Research Network@ZOiS

As seen in the Ukrainian context, science and innovation are pivotal in propelling economic development and regional prosperity, even in conflict-affected areas. In this event, we discuss the intricate relationship between science, innovation, and broader regional dynamics.

Podcast: Roundtable Osteuropa 44

Ukraine is faced with a substantial and complex challenge: advancing both reconstruction efforts and the EU accession process, all while defending the country against Russian forces. In this episode, we explore how the processes of rebuilding Ukraine and EU accession are connected.

Podcast: Roundtable Osteuropa 42

Der bevorstehende EU-Gipfel soll über die Aufnahme von Beitrittsverhandlungen mit der Ukraine entscheiden. Julia Langbein und Gwendolyn Sasse sprechen über politische Hürden, den Reformprozess und die Bedeutung der EU-Perspektive für das Land.

Podcast: Roundtable Osteuropa 37

This podcast episode introduces Anastasiya Shurenkova and Natalia Zaika, two of the fellows from the Ukraine Research Network@ZOiS. They discuss their research on war related issues and talk about the way the war is affecting their daily work as researchers.

MORE PODCASTS AND EVENT RECORDINGS

Putins Schattenkrieg

Article with assessments by Gwendolyn Sasse (12/07/2024)

Ukraine-Wiederaufbau-Konferenz: Wer zahlt was und ab wann?

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse on Deutschlandfunk Kultur (11/06/2024)

Zelensky’s Diplomatic Offensive

Gwendolyn Sasse with a commentary in the Strategic Europe blog of Carnegie Europe (11/06/2024)

The U.S. Aid Package to Ukraine Is a Short-Term Fix

Article by Gwendolyn Sasse for Carnegie Europe (23/04/2024)

Waffen liefern, Waffenruhe debattieren?

Discussion with Gwendolyn Sasse on Deutschlandfunk (20/03/2024)

Osteuropa-Expertin: "Friedensverhandlungen sind Wunschdenken von außen"

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse for Stern.de (15/03/2024)

Putins imperiale Politik

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse for Deutschlandfunk (29/02/2024)

Fehlende Generation? Wie sich die Ukraine und Russland verändern

Article for BR24 with comments by Félix Krawatzek (27/02/2024)

Deux ans de guerre en Ukraine

Interview with Félix Krawatzek on Radio-Canada Ohdio (23/02/2024)

Zwei Jahre Krieg in der Ukraine - schwindet die westliche Unterstützung?

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse on NDR Info Radio (22/02/2024)

Zwischen Trauer und Kampf: Julia Nawalnaja fordert Putin heraus

Article with assessments by Gwendolyn Sasse and Alexandra Prokopenko (20/02/2024)

The Slippery Slope of Speculating on Ukraine

Article by Gwendolyn Sasse for Carnegie Europe (20/02/2024)

Zwei Jahre nach dem Überfall: Russlands Krieg gegen die Ukraine

Recording of a lecture by Gwendolyn Sasse on Deutschlandfunk Nova (15/02/2024)

Selenskyj und Saluschnyj: Rivalen inmitten des Krieges

Article with assessments by Gwendolyn Sasse for the Augsburger Allgemeine (01/02/2024)

New counter-offensive coming in spring, says Kyiv spy chief & Ukraine hits another Russian oil refinery

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse for the Telegraph Podcast 'Ukraine: The Latest' (31/01/2024)

Russia's War Against Ukraine

Gwendolyn Sasse on the LSE European Institute Podcast (31/01/2024)

Ukraine-Krieg: Tausende Forschende haben inzwischen Russland verlassen

Interview with Tatiana Golova at Deutschlandfunk (19/01/2024)

Ukraine’s New Year of Military and Political Challenges

Article by Gwendolyn Sasse for Carnegie Europe (16/01/2024)

Streit um neue Militärhilfe: Wie stark wird Putin, wenn der Westen die Ukraine fallen lässt?

Article by Gwendolyn Sasse and others for Tagesspiegel (21/12/2023)

Wir müssen mehr tun

Open letter in DIE ZEIT signed by Gwendolyn Sasse (19/12/2023)

Moving Beyond Resilience in Ukraine’s Recovery

Article by Anastasiya Leukhina for Carnegie Europe (05/12/2023)

Гвендолин Сасс: «Это не “война в Украине”, а война России против Украины»

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse for Golos Ameriki (28/11/2023)

EU-Kommission für Beitrittsverhandlungen mit der Ukraine - Wie stehen Sie dazu?

Interview with Gwendolyn Sasse on BR2 (10/11/2023)

Europe’s Support for Ukraine Cannot Waver

Article by Gwendolyn Sasse for Carnegie Europe (31/10/2023)

Putins rote Linie – Wem gehört die Krim?

Discussion with Gwendolyn Sasse on SWR2 Forum (11/10/2023)

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