Rashid Gabdulhakov

A thematic analysis of a Facebook group revealed several recurring motifs that collectively shape a shared sense of nostalgia. The most dominant theme centers on a yearning for the "lost paradise" of the Soviet Union. Many posts express deep admiration for the USSR, often emphasizing how remarkable it was for the 15 republics to coexist harmoniously. In contrast, current geopolitical realities are conspicuously absent: Russia’s war against Ukraine is never mentioned. The sile

Channel One’s task appears to be ensuring that no positive comparison can be made between Russia and Israel.

Human rights and democracy weren’t on the agenda in Samarkand—and, to be fair, they’re increasingly absent from the agenda in Brussels too.