PinnedMartin BarakovRussia’s Invasion of Ukraine & De-Communization EffortsWith an ever-expanding NATO and a Russia poised to solidify its position in a world increasingly defined by multipolarity…·16 min read·Mar 4, 2022----
Martin BarakovinDialogue & DiscourseThe Cuban Quest to End Vaccine ApartheidCuba’s successful domestic vaccination program was a turning point in the country’s efforts against the COVID pandemic. Now, the country is…·5 min read·May 11, 2022----
Martin BarakovUkrainian Diversity & Russian Recognition of Donbas Breakaway StatesUnderstanding the recognition of the two breakaway states in the context of a heavily divided Ukraine.·5 min read·Feb 22, 2022----
Martin BarakovOn the Coverage of Russia-Ukraine Relations & the Possibility of WarContrary to the hysterical desires pushed by mainstream media outlets and the manufacturing of consent, the prospects of Russia invading…·8 min read·Jan 27, 2022----
Martin BarakovKazakhstan: Protests, Coverage, & UncertaintyThe recent upheaval in the Central Asian country has demonstrated serious public opposition to the leadership of the Nur Otan party, but…·8 min read·Jan 9, 2022----
Martin BarakovinDialogue & DiscoursePolitical Legitimacy in Venezuela & The Demise of Juan GuaidóThe recent “mega-elections” and decisions made by the UNGA have taken place at the same time as Juan Guaidó’s political fall.·6 min read·Dec 26, 2021----
Martin BarakovHonduras Shifts Away From the National PartyLibre presents a breath of fresh air for ordinary working-class Hondurans after 12 years of domination by the National Party.·6 min read·Dec 1, 2021----
Martin BarakovOn the Prospects of Political Change in HondurasXiomara Castro could signal an end to the corrupt right-wing governance of the country, but what does this mean in the context of the left?·6 min read·Oct 30, 2021----
Martin BarakovOne Year Into Bolivia’s Political RegenerationThe defeat of the 2019 coup d’etat in Bolivia last year has resulted in significant changes in regards to their recent political history.·5 min read·Oct 25, 2021----
Martin BarakovCredit Suisse: Venezuelan Economy to Experience 5.5% Growth in 2021The financial institution has revised its estimates for the country’s economic growth this year amidst political and economic changes.·5 min read·Oct 24, 2021----