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Exiled journalists cover Russia’s far-flung provinces from abroad

Aron Ouzilevski

Regional reporters leverage local connections behind the Kremlin’s information firewall.

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The latest from the institute’s fellows writing about Greece, West Africa, Syrians in exile and Russians fleeing the war in Ukraine. Sign up for emails to follow their research.

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As tourism to Greece breaks records,<br>Crete explores sustainable alternativesAs tourism to Greece breaks records,<br>Crete explores sustainable alternatives

As tourism to Greece breaks records,
Crete explores sustainable alternatives

Steven Tagle
The industry is becoming a double-edged sword.

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For Syrians in Turkey, it has been a tough yearFor Syrians in Turkey, it has been a tough year

For Syrians in Turkey, it has been a tough year

Joshua Levkowitz
They have endured a historic earthquake and a consequential election.

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Unrest casts shadow over Senegal’s biggest holidayUnrest casts shadow over Senegal’s biggest holiday

Unrest casts shadow over Senegal’s biggest holiday

James Courtright
President’s coyness on third-term bid exposes societal tensions.

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Global Currents

Analysis and commentary on developments the institute is watching.

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Misapprehensions are blocking a resolution in NigerMisapprehensions are blocking a resolution in Niger

Misapprehensions are blocking a resolution in Niger

With other West African countries taking sides in the standoff, insecurity in the region is rising to new levels.

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Local communities confront the new reality of climate changeLocal communities confront the new reality of climate change

Local communities confront the new reality of climate change

Amid major heatwaves, ICWA fellows describe change and adaptation in Europe and Africa.

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After the Wagner mutiny, is Putin still Russia’s irreplaceable man?After the Wagner mutiny, is Putin still Russia’s irreplaceable man?

After the Wagner mutiny, is Putin still Russia’s irreplaceable man?

The mercenary group’s revolt raises more questions than answers, ICWA fellows say.

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