The Department of Political Science of the Pázmány Péter Catholic University cordially invites you to a lecture to be given by Dario Battistella, professor of the University of Bordeaux.

Title of the lecture: The Enduring Relevance of Realism? A Theoretical Analysis of the Ukrainian-Russian Conflict

A year ago, protests began in Ukraine. The future of the country’s economy was at stake. President Yanukovych suspended talks with the European Union and signed a contract with Russia instead. After the demonstrations in Maidan Square, Yanukovych had to resigne. Professor Battistella’s presentation is dealing with the theoretical aspects of the Ukrainian-Russian conflict. He will talk about  the antecedents, the current situation and the possible future outcomes.

Date:  Wednesday, 1st of October 2014, 2.15 pm

Venue:  Pázmány Péter Catholic Unviersity, Sophianum, Room 111, Mikszáth Kálmán tér 1., Budapest 1088