Romanian poet George Bacovia observed that Romania is a sad country, but one full of humor.
A Sad Country Full of Humor
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Europe & Central Asia
Obama’s Mythical Retreat from Military Force
TV pundits and analysts could use a reality check when it comes to Obama’s use of military force.
Still No Smoking Gun That Proves Ukrainian Rebels Shot Down MH17
The case parallels the sarin attack in Syria a year ago.
Ukrainian Unity Depends On…Bulgaria?!
Russia’s energy-heavy economy could suffer from Bulgaria’s decision to stop construction of the South Stream pipeline.
Russians Not Only Violate Nuke Treaty, But Threaten Reagan’s “Legacy”
The Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty was a product of the Reagan-Gorbachev Reykjavík nuclear summit.
How Western Aid Bungled Syria’s Opposition & Paved the Way for ISIS
The U.S. and its allies have funded a host of Syrian opposition councils that are more interested in seeking Western aid than serving the Syrian people.
Can the Hungarian Party “Can Politics Be Different” Live up to Its Name?
Hungarian environmentalists had been trying to create an authentic Green Party ever since the end of Communism.
A Bittersweet Victory for Srebrenica’s Survivors
The long, slow process of obtaining justice for Europe’s worst genocide since World War II.
Is Obama Really Adrift in the World?
Four myths American exceptionalists peddle about the U.S. president and America’s role in the world.
Growing up in Transylvania
Many of the citizens of Transylvania in Romania are of Hungarian descent and speak Hungarian.