Ester Ljunggren is CEPA Editorial Intern and a final-year undergraduate student at Gustavus Adolphus College, where she studies political science, economics, and Russian. Originally from Sweden, her research interests include European and Eurasian affairs, political economy, and authoritarianism and democratic resilience in the post-Soviet region.
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October 27, 2026
Exiled Russian Musicians Fill Arenas to Inspire the Lost Generation
In the Soviet era, dissidents were inspired by the illicit sounds of Western Rock’n’Roll, now exiled Russians can oppose Vladimir Putin’s regime to a homegrown soundtrack.
October 19, 2026
Russian Strikes Rise Across NATO’s Eastern Flank
The past month has seen a rising drumbeat of attacks by Russian drones and saboteurs from the Baltic states to the Black Sea.
October 5, 2026
Russia Attacks – Would NATO Freeze?
The idea that NATO forces would hesitate if engaged by the Russians is misguided, says former alliance official and US Army Maj. Gen. (rtd.) Skip Davis.
September 14, 2026
Germany: Russia’s Enemy No. 1
Russia’s latest assault on Europe is targeted at its most determined opponents. Governments are still unsure how to respond.