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Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 6 – 24 April 2020 (Newsletter 74)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary As the coronavirus crisis worsened, the “People’s Republics” openly admitted negative economic effects, first and foremost in the coal mining sector. Both Donetsk and Luhansk reported surging numbers of infections and the first deaths...

COVID-19 in closed prisons in the occupied Crimea and Donbas

Statement on the COVID-19 in closed prisons in the occupied Crimea and Donbas which is under Russia’s effective control. An immediate response from international organizations is required. We, the undersigned, appeal to the international organizations and their member states to...

Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 17 March – 5 April 2020 (Newsletter 73)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary The separatists reacted slowly to the coronavirus pandemic, despite the fact that the “People’s Republics” with their ageing population and weak health sector are extremely vulnerable. The lack of coordination between Luhansk and Donetsk...