Eastern Frontiers

One of the many erroneous beliefs held by Imperial policymakers and their supporters is that history can end – and on their terms, no less. Back in August, German FM Guido Westerwelle told Belgrade that, “The map of southeastern Europe has been laid down and completed.” Events of the past few weeks suggest that Empire’s … Continue reading “Eastern Frontiers”

Serbia Prepares a New Case Over Kosovo

BELGRADE – Serbia is preparing to go before the United Nations next month to renew negotiations over the future of Kosovo, its southern breakaway province that has declared independence and been recognized by a number of countries. Serbia is planning its next steps after it was clearly taken aback with the decision Jul. 22 by … Continue reading “Serbia Prepares a New Case Over Kosovo”

Empire’s Deal

Remembering a Trampled Armistice When NATO launched Operation Allied Force in March 1999, everyone involved in the operation thought it would be a short, victorious war. How could a tiny country, devoid of allies, besieged from without and divided from within, possibly hope to resist the world’s greatest – nay, only – military alliance? Yet … Continue reading “Empire’s Deal”