In the Country Profile of Ukraine, there are various link collections and graphics of state institutions, the economy, NGOs, think tanks, research institutes, universities, media, blogs, energy, and demographics of this state.

Ukraine’s political landscape represents a unique combination of fear, nationalism and cultural pride. However, the crux of Ukrainian society is built around its linguistic identity; namely the recognition of Ukrainian as the sole official language of the nation. A background article by Jenna Martin

A few weeks before the European Championship in Ukraine and Poland, everything revolves around the fate of Yulia Tymoshenko. Especially in German politics, where it exists the ambition to prevent Yanukovych from exploiting this sporting event for his own purposes. As always, everything is more pretense than reality. An op-ed by Vladimir Berg

A Ukrainian citizen movement opens its doors to soccer fans from around the world. A friendly protest against corruption and exorbitant overnight prices. A report by Constanze Aka

The European Championship and the Eurovision Song Contest are usually rather apolitical. But in 2012, the host countries are in the political pillory due to massive violations of human rights and democratic deficits. A Pro & Contra of authoritarian states hosting the events. By Stefan Bernhardt

Successful business woman, icon of the Orange Revolution, prime minister and detained opposition leader, Yulia Tymoshenko combines many facets. While she is seen in the West as glamorous revolutionary leader, she is seen by the Ukrainian citizens in a more differentiated view. By Stefan Bernhardt

A new election law was passed in the Ukrainian parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, on November 17, 2011. It will be put into practice for the first time in the upcoming Ukrainian parliamentary election in October 2012. Therefore, what should we be expecting of this new law and how would it affect Ukraine’s political future? An analysis by Roy Yu

The famous Orange Revolution that took place immediately after the 2004 Ukrainian presidential election was a time in history where Ukrainians fervently protested in light of electoral fraud. As events unfolded, however, it seemed that the revolutionary spirit had lost its momentum immediately at the end of the Revolution. A background article by Roy Yu

In October 2012, Ukraine will be electing a new parliament and the Orange legacy could end once and for all. Although hailed a victory for freedom and democracy, many Ukrainians nowadays are disappointed with the results of the Orange Revolution, as it left a bitter aftertaste. A former villain in the Revolution, Viktor Yannukovych, is now the president. A background article by Roy Yu

Not everyone is able to speak Ukrainian or Russian. To read information from Ukraine in local newspapers or other media is then particularly difficult. Ukraine-nachrichten.de is helping to overcome these difficulties even though not everything is perfectly adapted to the Internet. A review by Stefan Bernhardt

The parliamentary elections in Ukraine will take place on October 28. For both President Viktor Yanukovych's Party of Regions and for the opposition, this election will be a test of probation. We take this opportunity to present you a dossier with all the articles from our website. A dossier by the OM editorial staff

With parliamentary elections on October 28, Vitali Klitschko will try to increase his political influence in Ukraine. Since 2005, the oldest of the Klitschko’s is not only a celebrated sportsman but also a remarkable figure in Ukraine’s political opposition. But can he make a difference in the parliamentary elections on Sunday? A background article by Sander Degeling

A villain during the Orange Revolution that once put Ukraine onto the road towards democratization. After years of political struggle, Yanukovych emerged as the President of the country after the 2010 Presidential Election. By Roy Yu

A simple formula that has repeatedly been presented in the media and politics of some Western States: The good, democratic EU on the one side and the evil, authoritarian Russia on the other. Is this really the choice for countries such as Ukraine and Georgia ? No, that's absurd. An op-ed by Stefan Bernhardt

After the violent escalation in Kiev, Viktor Yanukovych and the political opposition agreed on a compromise. But now, Yanukovych has been overthrown. However, nothing will change in Ukrainian domestic politics – or will it? A background article by Stefan Bernhardt

The Crimea crisis in 2014 has made the Kremlin’s various interests vis-à-vis Ukraine fade into the background. This is why the Russian interests will be presented concisely here in order to deliver a differentiated picture of them. A background article by Stefan Bernhardt

To Ukraine, Crimea seems to be lost to Russia. But how did this most severe crisis between the East and the West ever since the end of the Cold War come about? The EU – like Russia and Ukraine – committed grave yet avoidable mistakes, too. A background article by Stefan Bernhardt

After the Maidan protests in Kiev and the overthrow of president Viktor Yanukovych, the country cannot find peace. Crimea has now joined Russia. Eastern Ukraine is protesting against Kiev and also advocating for separation. A dossier by the OM editorial staff

Sanctions, threats, military action and no dialog: a sad record of Western actions and the Ukrainian interim government during the crisis. In doing so, they in fact act towards the Kremlin’s favor. An op-ed by Stefan Bernhardt

The overthrow of the Yanukovich government in Kiev, the Crimean crisis and the ongoing fights in Eastern Ukraine are likely to have profound changes in Europe. A background article by Stefan Bernhardt

Are EU’s sanctions useful in ending the Ukraine conflict or are they senseless? The aim needs to be the de-escalation in Eastern Ukraine. A background article by Stefan Bernhardt

Since July 31 2014, the EU’s first economic sanctions against Russia have been active - long awaited by the European public, and demanded by the US. However, a deeper consideration reveals that the EU’s tougher approach is more of an appearance than substance. A report by Stefan Bernhardt

On September 3, 2014, Vladimir Putin presented his seven-point plan for Eastern Ukraine. But while the Western public ponders his motivation and possible tricks, or haughtily believes that the sanctions might have an effect after all, Putin intervenes in the Ukrainian power struggle. An op-ed by Stefan Bernhardt