In her latest analysis with the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA), expert Kateryna Odarchenko unveils how Russia methodically fortified Crimea and Donetsk prior to its full-scale invasion—shaping the region into a strategic springboard for aggression. Deep-Fortified “Rear Areas” 🚨 Strategic Defenses and Civilian Control Donetsk &
In a comment provided exclusively to The Epoch Times, Kateryna Odarchenko, partner of SIC Group USA LLC, offered her analysis of the recent meeting between former U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron, noting a clear divergence in their stances on Russia and Ukraine. “It’s
The New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST) hosted a significant presentation in London and Washington, D.C., unveiling a critical report titled “Putin’s Dilemma: War or Peace?” The analytical center, renowned for its focus on long-term geopolitical trends in Russia and its surrounding regions, gathered a distinguished group of
Published on Wilson Center. The question of Ukraine’s next presidential election has emerged as a key issue in discussions about the country’s future governance and stability. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was elected in April 2019, with the next presidential election initially scheduled for March or April 2024. However,
In Ukraine’s complex political landscape, trust in political institutions is a crucial determinant of public attitudes, reforms, and governance. The nation’s changing expectations of political leaders, particularly regarding their integrity and competence, offer insights into the nation’s evolving democratic aspirations and the challenges it faces in establishing
Political strategist Kateryna Odarchenko provided a comprehensive analysis of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s call to involve the European Union and NATO in negotiations with Russia. In an interview with the FREEDOM TV channel, Odarchenko examined the feasibility of having Western partners at the negotiation table and highlighted
The Russian Orthodox Church is an increasingly important part of Russia’s information war, both domestically and worldwide. By Kateryna Odarchenko The Council of Europe’s parliamentary assembly has called on all states to view Patriarch Kirill and his church’s leadership as extensions of Vladimir Putin’s regime and to treat them as
As Ukraine looks toward rebuilding after the war, a new generation of leaders is emerging: veterans who have earned the nation’s respect in the fight against Russia’s aggression. By Kateryna Odarchenko With trust in state institutions wavering, the former fighters represent the promise of change. They offer the
By Kateryna Odarchenko On the first day of the full-scale invasion, Russian forces advanced from annexed Crimea into Ukraine’s Kherson region, swiftly seizing control of the territory. While Ukraine’s counteroffensive has since liberated the western bank of the Dnipro River, more than half a million residents remain
The W4UA Summit is organized by the World for Ukraine Foundation (W4UAF), an entity established in September 2022 as a focused initiative to bolster ongoing relief and support efforts for Ukraine and its citizenry. The summit’s mission encompasses a range of objectives, including the facilitation and empowerment
In a recent meeting with Congressman Gerald Edward Connolly’s office, Kateryna Odacrhenko, CEO of SIC Group USA LLC, discussed critical matters related to our support for Ukraine and its pursuit of democratic values. We emphasized the importance of bipartisan backing for Ukraine’s sovereignty and stability. Key points
The war unleashed by the Russian Federation in Ukraine is having a devastating impact on Ukraine. Despite unprecedented support from the United States and European countries, Ukrainians’ standard of living is declining, exacerbating preexisting issues. Yet, according to recent polls, corruption tops the list of domestic problems
Kateryna Odarchenko, a leading political strategist and CEO of SIC Group USA LLC, has provided a comprehensive analysis of the recent U.S. sanctions against the Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab. In light of the U.S. government’s decision, which cites national security concerns, Odarchenko offers a detailed perspective
By Elena Davlikanova, Kateryna Odarchenko Ukraine’s new mobilization law will come into force later this month as the country seeks to resolve mounting problems over wartime service in the Ukrainian military. Despite months of political debate and multiple revisions, many observers remain unconvinced by the version of
In a recent Atlantic Council article, Kateryna Odarchenko discusses the transformative potential of Ukraine’s veterans in the country’s post-war political environment. The piece emphasizes how veterans, leveraging their wartime experiences, are poised to play a significant role in reshaping Ukraine’s political landscape and driving meaningful reforms. Odarchenko