Once one of the world's most important energy producers, Russia is increasingly incapable of maintaining energy supplies to its industries and private households. However, the crisis in the energy sector has also become an ecological crisis. What chances are there for finding a solution to this...

Turkey once chose the road into the EC of its own free will. This decision was consistent with its European orientation since the days of Atatürk. The association with the EC and the prospect of full membership are nevertheless attracting much criticism in Turkey today. Therefore it is...