Fighting against a new Russification, Ukrainians and Georgians’ refusal to speak Russian stands in striking contrast with the linguistic monopoly that the language holds in Bielorussia or Central Asia. To speak or not to speak Russian in former USSR countries, that is the question. Upon their arrival in Georgia, foreigners are warned : woe betide anyone who dares speak Russian! Though most Georgians understand the language, Russian speaking tourists are usually faced with the

On 2 April 2026, the international scientific and practical conference “Shevchenko Spring” was held in Kyiv at the Institute of International Relations of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv . The programme brought together early-career researchers, academics, and students, with 120 presentations scheduled across the conference, making it a major international platform for academic exchange. The conference was organized in partnership with several academic institu

The Puzzle: Why would influential Georgian businessmen pour millions into pro-government, anti-Western broadcasters like Imedi TV and POSTV , even as these outlets rack up massive losses? At first glance, the economics make no sense. Traditional business logic would suggest that investors avoid money-losing ventures. Yet, when viewed as political infrastructure rather than profit centers, the rationale becomes clear. These media outlets provide political protection, inf

"Media Voice" awarded the "History Keepers" at "Dedaena Bar". This year, "Media Voice" recognized outstanding citizen journalists and...