Politics

EU enlargement: history, stages and consequences

EU enlargement: history, stages and consequences

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

EU enlargement is an unfinished process of enlargement of the European Union, which occurs due to the entry of new states into it. This process started with six countries. These states founded the so-called European Coal and Steel Community back in 1952, which actually became the predecessor of the EU. Currently, 28 states have joined the Union. Negotiations on the entry into the EU of new members are ongoing. This process is also called European integration

Ayatollah Khamenei - Iranian statesman: biography, family, career

Ayatollah Khamenei - Iranian statesman: biography, family, career

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Seyyid Ali Hosseini Khamenei - 3rd President (1981-1989) and Supreme Leader (from 1989 to this day) of Iran. He was awarded the title of ayatollah, which allows him to independently make changes to Islamic law. Today we will get acquainted with the biography and activities of Ayatollah Khamenei

California governor Schwarzenegger leaves crisis California behind

California governor Schwarzenegger leaves crisis California behind

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

"America gave me everything. And I want to repay her debt. At least some part. By serving her." Such global thoughts were voiced by Arnold Schwarzenegger, being the governor of California. Seven years of his reign reduced his rating, he was among the 11 worst US governors. He was accused of obtaining personal gain, of appointing his friends to key positions. And in general, he was remembered by everyone as a friend of Russia

The State Department is a state department: structure, functions. Department of State

The State Department is a state department: structure, functions. Department of State

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Today in Russia, the “state department” is a common symbol of the betrayal of our Motherland. Any negative comment on our government, any manifestation of dissatisfaction - and in the eyes of some patriots and members of the so-called "liberation movements" a citizen automatically becomes an "agent of the State Department", "Maidan organizer", "traitor to the motherland", etc., on who "misses Stalin". Many of the "sellers" of our state do not even have a clue about the meaning of the term. What is a state

French President Jacques Chirac: biography, years of government, personal life, family and photos

French President Jacques Chirac: biography, years of government, personal life, family and photos

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The last Russophile in Western politics and the first French president to receive a prison term - albeit a suspended one. Jacques Chirac was a consistent supporter of Gaullism, he even tried to distance himself a little from the United States by not supporting the American invasion of Iraq. In domestic politics, he was a supporter of traditional right-wing liberalism, advocated low tax rates and cuts in government spending

Vladimir Medinsky: biography and photo

Vladimir Medinsky: biography and photo

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

For many, the appointment of Vladimir Medinsky to the post of head of the Ministry of Culture was a very unexpected event. But if you take a closer look at the biography of this person, it becomes clear that he went through a difficult path and worked hard before becoming what he is today

Opposition party. Political parties of Russia. Power and opposition

Opposition party. Political parties of Russia. Power and opposition

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Power has always been and will be the most desirable goal of any politician. Are there civilized ways of fighting for power, and is it possible for a he althy opposition to exist in modern society?

The essence of UN reform

The essence of UN reform

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

With constant consolidation and rapprochement, humanity has sought to create supranational organizations. For a long time, these were only regional blocs, but in the twentieth century, global military and peaceful organizations appeared: first, the League of Nations, and then the United Nations, which, at the very least, has been regulating world processes for several decades now. However, the events of recent years show that UN reforms are clearly required

UN member countries: history and date of creation, structure, conditions of entry and permanent member countries

UN member countries: history and date of creation, structure, conditions of entry and permanent member countries

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The largest organization in the world, uniting almost all countries of the world, has been the main platform for dialogue and a tribune from which you can make your message to the world for almost seventy years. Despite the harsh criticism of the effectiveness of the organization by the UN member states, there is no more comprehensive tool yet

NATO bloc. NATO members. NATO weapons

NATO bloc. NATO members. NATO weapons

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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has been around for decades. Does the alliance manage to solve the set military and political tasks? What are the prospects for NATO expansion?

Modern Polish Air Force. Interception of a Russian aircraft

Modern Polish Air Force. Interception of a Russian aircraft

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Any modern developed state pays close attention to protecting not only its land borders, but also control over the heavenly space. That is why the Polish Air Force is one of the most powerful military branches in this European power. The current leadership of the country is well aware that without proper defense of the sky, the protection of state integrity and sovereignty is simply unthinkable. This article will focus on the Polish Air Force. We will talk about them in more detail

Republics unrecognized and partially recognized. How many unrecognized republics are there in the world?

Republics unrecognized and partially recognized. How many unrecognized republics are there in the world?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Unrecognized republics scattered around the world. Most often, they are formed where the political and economic interests of modern powers, dictating either world politics or regional politics, come into contact. Thus, the countries of the West, Russia and China, which is gaining weight today, are the main actors in this political game, on which it depends whether the republic being created will be recognized or remain "persona non grata" in the eyes of most countries of the world

Russia's neighbors of the first and second orders. Neighbor states of Russia from the north, east, south and west

Russia's neighbors of the first and second orders. Neighbor states of Russia from the north, east, south and west

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At different times, Russia's neighbors were different. The largest country in the world has the largest number of states bordering it: 18 countries - poor and rich, weak and powerful, friendly and not very

What is an anti-terrorist security passport for a school or cultural object? Development and sample of an anti-terrorist security passport

What is an anti-terrorist security passport for a school or cultural object? Development and sample of an anti-terrorist security passport

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

An example of an anti-terrorist security passport for an object is an information and reference document that allows you to determine the degree of compliance of this object with the requirements for its protection from the actions of extremist groups or other anti-social acts

Milos Zeman - President of the Czech Republic and friend of Russia

Milos Zeman - President of the Czech Republic and friend of Russia

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The first popularly elected president of the Czech Republic, Milos Zeman, has been in office since March 2013. He is an experienced politician, previously served as Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, and was a member of Parliament for many years

Deputies of the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation: names, titles, achievements

Deputies of the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation: names, titles, achievements

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Deputies of the Minister of Defense, their achievements and awards are the main topic of this article. There are ten of them in total, and each of them is equally responsible for one or another component of the security structure in the country. Almost all of these specialists have risen to the rank of army general, at the same time they have degrees in science, most of them are acting state advisers of the Russian Federation of the 1st class

Bill Clinton: politics, biography, scandal

Bill Clinton: politics, biography, scandal

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

A young, energetic and not very beautiful intern created problems that the representatives of the Democratic Party and Bill Clinton himself were not ready for. The scandal flared up suddenly, and the more unexpected was the public reaction to it

US President Carter Jimmy: biography, photo

US President Carter Jimmy: biography, photo

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Politician Jimmy Carter has made the career that every American dreams of. He went from a simple farmer to the White House, remained in the history of the United States, but did not deserve the great love of the population, could not hold the presidency. However, Carter played a certain role in world history, and his life path deserves interest

Ultraconservative political views - what is it?

Ultraconservative political views - what is it?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The article considers the concept of political ideology, its role in the formation of socio-political processes. Analyzed various ideological currents, ranging from liberalism to fascism

What is the fifth column? The fifth column in Russia - what is it?

What is the fifth column? The fifth column in Russia - what is it?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Recently, at all levels, the problem of internal enemies of the state is being discussed. Is there a fifth column or is it the "scarecrows" of politicians who are afraid for their power?

Hot spots. Map of hot spots of the planet

Hot spots. Map of hot spots of the planet

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The planet's hot spots are like old wounds that still can't heal. For some time, conflicts fade away, but then they flare up again and again, bringing pain and suffering to humanity. The International Crisis Group has named regions of hot spots on our planet that threaten the world right now

Stankevich Sergey Borisovich: biography, nationality

Stankevich Sergey Borisovich: biography, nationality

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Recently, Sergei Stankevich has often appeared on Russian television. The biography, nationality and general personality of this person are of interest to many. Who is he? How did you get into the epicenter of public life? Why has nothing been heard about him for a long time, and now the name is on everyone's lips? Answers in this article

Original political party names. Political parties in Russia

Original political party names. Political parties in Russia

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The creation of a political party is a procedure without which it is difficult to imagine public life in a modern democratic society. Since there are already a lot of parties, it is quite difficult to come up with an original name for your organization. Fortunately, politics does not require originality - you just need to look at the names of Russian political parties to understand this

Vladimir Ryzhkov: biography, photo, family

Vladimir Ryzhkov: biography, photo, family

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What factors influenced the formation of Vladimir Ryzhkov's political views? Does this politician have real prospects?

How long will the attacks in Israel continue?

How long will the attacks in Israel continue?

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What are the causes of Islamic terrorism in Israel? Are there prospects for a way out of the current impasse?

Political scientist Dmitry Oreshkin. Biography and family of Dmitry Borisovich Oreshkin

Political scientist Dmitry Oreshkin. Biography and family of Dmitry Borisovich Oreshkin

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What attracts the attention of readers of the article by political analyst Dmitry Oreshkin? What factors influenced the formation of his views?

Russian historian and politician Yuri Afanasiev

Russian historian and politician Yuri Afanasiev

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How did Yury Afanasiev's scientific and political career develop? What role did this politician play in the history of Russia?

The word "picket" what does it mean?

The word "picket" what does it mean?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Today, the word "picket" is used very often in speech. What does it mean? It turns out that this lexical unit has a lot of meanings

Socialist society: essence, foundations, ideas, principles, stages of development, tasks and goals

Socialist society: essence, foundations, ideas, principles, stages of development, tasks and goals

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

In the article we will talk about the socialist society and the features of its construction. Let's find out the goals and objectives underlying this type of society, as well as the basic principles and ideas formed by sociologists of different eras

Parties of France: types, names, ideology, system and party leaders

Parties of France: types, names, ideology, system and party leaders

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

This article will focus on the party system of France, its main parties, which play a significant role in the activities of the state, as well as ideologies. It will be possible to find out what views are held by the most important leaders leading France into the future

Public relations is an effective tool in the process of enterprise activity

Public relations is an effective tool in the process of enterprise activity

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Public relations, as you know, is a form of establishing a connection between the philosophy of the organization with its practical activities and the interests of the target audience, and also serves as a criterion for assessing the opinion of society. Proper organization of public relations contributes to the development and implementation of plans for ensuring understanding, awareness, perception, activity and support of this very public

Sergey Sobyanin: biography, photos and activities

Sergey Sobyanin: biography, photos and activities

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Sergey Sobyanin is a Russian statesman and politician. He was born on June 21, 1958. The public knows him as one of the leaders of United Russia, the third mayor of Moscow

Democratic countries. Full democracy. Rating of countries in the world by level of democracy

Democratic countries. Full democracy. Rating of countries in the world by level of democracy

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Democracies are no longer popular. Their situation has deteriorated markedly in recent years. The population's trust in political institutions is decreasing, and the process of democracy itself does not bring the proper result

Juan Carlos I: photo, dynasty and biography

Juan Carlos I: photo, dynasty and biography

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Juan Carlos I de Bourbon is the king of Spain, who has become a whole era. His reign lasted about forty years, during which the country turned from an extreme dictatorial fiefdom into a modern democratic state

Magomed Suleimanov - mayor of Makhachkala: biography, family

Magomed Suleimanov - mayor of Makhachkala: biography, family

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Magomed Suleimanov never tried to position himself as a political figure in Dagestan. But life makes its own adjustments. And today he is an active politician of the republic

Migrants in Germany: life after moving

Migrants in Germany: life after moving

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Talks about the aggravation of the refugee crisis in Europe, recognized by the European Commission as the most serious since the Second World War, do not subside. At the same time, Germany is considered the state of the European Union, which took the brunt of the “refugee wave”

Regional conflicts: examples. Regional conflicts in Russia

Regional conflicts: examples. Regional conflicts in Russia

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The history of mankind and the history of military confrontations are inseparable. Unfortunately. Rejecting philosophical questions, many researchers have been trying for centuries to understand the root causes of why some people kill others

Zurabov Mikhail Yurievich, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Ukraine: biography

Zurabov Mikhail Yurievich, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Ukraine: biography

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Russian Ambassador to Ukraine Mikhail Zurabov proved to be quite ambiguous in this position. There were many complaints about him during his work in the Russian government

Residence permit in the Czech Republic: how to get a residence permit for Russians

Residence permit in the Czech Republic: how to get a residence permit for Russians

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Czech Republic is an economically stable state, located almost in the center of Europe. Favorable geographical position allows the Czech Republic to conduct active trade with EU members and attract foreign investment

Diplomatic mission: concept and functions

Diplomatic mission: concept and functions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

This article will focus on the concept and functions of diplomatic missions. The article also provides a small historical background on interstate relations and considers the current state of relations between Russia and the United States