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When the rule of law is at stake, many people support sanctions even against their own state

The EU has imposed financial sanctions on Poland for problems with judicial independence. The sanctions amount to more than €300 mill., and the sum continues to grow. How are the sanctions perceived by the Polish population? Are they considered justified and acceptable, and by whom?

Dr. Dimiter Toshkov, Dr. Honorata Mazepus, Dr. Nikoleta Yordanova and Dr. Darinka Piqani • September 26, 2022

Podcast Episode 7: The Future of Ukraine and the European Union

Ukraine is the only country to have ever submitted an application to join the EU whilst being invaded. Professor Dimitrova and Dr. Mazepus discuss the recent history of civil societies, the two revolutions in Ukraine's 21st century, and the evolution of Ukraine's political culture since.

Prof. Antoaneta Dimitrova, Dr. Honorata Mazepus and Jake Wright • March 29, 2022