Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 20 October – 4 November 2020 (Newsletter 83)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary The COVID-crisis in the “People’s Republics worsened further, with the “DNR” recording the deadliest week since the pandemic began. However, the separatists did not explain the deaths of prominent figures, merely saying that they...

Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 5 – 19 October 2020 (Newsletter 82)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary The coronavirus crisis deepened considerably and both “People’s Republics” reported medical shortcomings. The “DNR” admitted a severe shortage of tests and medicines and massive rises not just in COVID-19 cases but also in pneumonia....

Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 15 September – 5 October 2020 (Newsletter 81)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary Massive rises in coronavirus infections prompted the “People’s Republics” to close schools, universities and recommend working from home where possible. The last functioning crossing point with Ukraine proper, Stanytsia Luhanska, was practically closed before...

Developments in “DNR” and “LNR”: 16 August – 14 September 2020 (Newsletter 80)

Written by Nikolaus von Twickel Summary While the ceasefire has largely been holding, marred only by accusations by the separatists that Ukraine is building illegal trenches, the coronavirus pandemic got worse, according to official separatist statistics. The economic situation also...