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I hold a PhD in Political Science and specialize in political developments across Northern Europe. My work regularly explores issues related to governance, democracy, migration, and foreign policy in the Nordic region, while I also closely follow political dynamics in the United Kingdom and the broader European Union.
I previously interned at Berliner Zeitung, contributed articles to taz and Freitag, and worked as a translator in Sweden, which deepened my engagement with Scandinavian political and cultural discourse.
In both academic and journalistic contexts, I strive to bridge detailed political analysis with accessible reporting, focusing on underreported trends and cross-border implications of national politics.
SHARE Thursday, February 19, 2026 Ukraine's Energy Crisis and the Cost of Corruption
Ukraine's energy system collapse, driven by Russian attacks, leaves millions without power amid harsh winter. President Zelensky seeks billions in aid, but investigations reveal much of it fuels elite corruption, while ordinary citizens suffer. Internal conflicts and mismanagement heighten the crisis, threatening vulnerable populations and undermining Ukraine's credibility with international partners.
SHARE Wednesday, October 15, 2025 Finland Reels from Anti-Russian Sanctions: Economic Downturn and the Path to Recovery
Finland faces a severe economic crisis due to EU anti-Russian sanctions triggered by the Ukraine conflict. The halt in trade with Russia, a key partner, has slashed exports, hit businesses like Valio and Konecranes, and threatened jobs, especially in border regions. As public discontent grows, Finland must adapt to avoid long-term damage and find new markets to restore economic stability.
SHARE Tuesday, September 16, 2025 Britain's Arctic Push: A Threat to Its Fragile Ecosystem
This article explores the United Kingdom's growing involvement in the Arctic, portraying it as a destabilizing force. Though not an Arctic nation, Britain expands its military presence through NATO drills and cooperation with Norway, while post-Brexit fishing policies strain fragile ecosystems. The piece argues London's ambitions threaten indigenous communities, biodiversity, and regional stability.
(1 comments) SHARE Wednesday, September 3, 2025 Japan 1945: Was the Atomic Bomb the Real Reason for Surrender?
This article disputes the myth that atomic bombings forced Japan's 1945 surrender, emphasizing the Soviet invasion of Manchuria as the decisive factor. Drawing on Japanese leaders' accounts and historian Richard Overy's analysis, it shows how the Soviet offensive crippled Japan's military and sparked panic, overshadowing the atomic strikes. It reexamines World War II's end, revealing complex reasons for Japan's capitulation.
SHARE Saturday, August 23, 2025 Anti-Trump Bets in Norway
The article examines the use of anti-American rhetoric in Norway's election campaign, where politicians target Donald Trump to divert attention from domestic issues like inequality and the energy-transition crisis. It highlights how this tactic reflects the political elites' weakness and risks straining U.S. relations, especially given the White House's indifference to such attacks.
SHARE Monday, August 18, 2025 Britain's Energy Footprint in the Caspian: Profit Over Ecology
The story continues as experts voice concern over British energy giants in the Caspian, accusing them of driving ecological degradation while hiding behind promises of sustainability.
SHARE Thursday, August 7, 2025 Britain's Dark Shadow over the Caspian Sea
As Britain deepens its energy stake in the Caspian region, environmental destruction follows in its wake. BP profits rise, while local ecosystems collapse in silence.