Mark N.V. Temnycky
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Mark N.V. Temnycky
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Ukrainian-American | Forbes Geopolitics Contributor covering Eurasia | Atlantic Council Nonresident Fellow | Bylines New York Times, The Hill, Newsweek, EUobserver, Kyiv Post, etc

Website https://wakelet.com/@MTemnycky

Email mtemnycky@atlanticcouncil.org
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Hi!

I am a Ukrainian-American who is a nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center & an accredited freelance journalist who has been covering Eurasian affairs & Ukrainian football for nearly a decade. Joined this platform & wanted to intro myself

Look forward to meeting you all!
In my @forbes.com article, I highlight Ukraine’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. I then discuss how Ukrainian soccer (football) has been impacted by Russia’s full-scale invasion

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Amid Ongoing War, Ukraine Qualifies For 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs
Amid Russia’s invasion, the Ukrainian senior men’s soccer team has given Ukraine a reason for optimism and cheer by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs.
www.forbes.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:24 PM
In my @forbes.com article, I discuss how the European Union and Ukraine are collaborating on defense efforts and innovation to strengthen European national security

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
EU And Ukraine Deepen Defense Ties To Strengthen European Security
Through continued defense collaboration and dialogue, Ukraine is gradually integrating with the EU as both work to strengthen European national security.
www.forbes.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
Europe must turn frozen Russian assets into real support for Ukraine through the Reparations Loan, linking aid to reforms that strengthen defence, democracy, and accountability — proving solidarity through decisive action.
EU solidarity in action means using Russia’s frozen assets to defend Ukraine
Europe must turn frozen Russian assets into real support for Ukraine through the Reparations Loan, linking aid to reforms that strengthen defence, democracy, and accountability — proving solidarity through decisive action.
euobserver.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:41 PM
In my @forbes.com article, I discuss the Russian Federation’s decision to send Oreshnik missiles to Belarus. I then summarize the Belarusian involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Following Zapad-2025, Belarus Receives Ballistic Missiles From Russia
Ukrainian Armed Forces are on high alert as the Russian Federation deploys Oreshnik missiles to Belarus, increasing Russia's striking capabilities within Ukraine.
www.forbes.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The U.S. Department of Defense completed an assessment of American stockpiles, concluding the U.S. can send tomahawks to Ukraine. The final verdict now lies with U.S. President Donald Trump. My article for @forbes.com

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Putin And Zelenskyy Await Trump’s Verdict As Pentagon Clears Tomahawks
The Pentagon’s stockpile review found that Tomahawks can be sent to Ukraine. Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy now await a verdict from President Trump.
www.forbes.com
November 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
In my @forbes.com article, I discuss how Western sanctions, Ukrainian drone strikes, and changes in global markets are impacting Russia’s energy sector

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Sanctions, Drone Strikes, And Market Shifts Hit Russia’s Energy Sector
Western sanctions, Ukrainian drone strikes, and global market shifts are straining Russia’s energy sector, further pressuring the Kremlin to end its invasion of Ukraine.
www.forbes.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:20 PM
In my article, I provide an overview of the European Union’s plan to use Russian frozen assets as a loan to help Ukraine. I then discuss the benefits, consequences, and risks of the proposed deal

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
EU Nears Deal To Use Russian Frozen Assets As New Form Of Ukraine Aid
The European Union is close to finalizing a plan that would use $217 billion in frozen Russian assets to help finance Ukraine's defense efforts during the ongoing war.
www.forbes.com
October 24, 2025 at 12:50 AM
In my @forbes.com article, I summarize the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on October 17. I then assess what the outcomes of the meeting mean for Russian President Vladimir Putin

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
What The Outcome Of Trump’s Meeting With Zelenskyy Means For Putin
As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy requests more defense aid, U.S. President Donald Trump calls for peace. Russian President Vladimir Putin remains undeterred.
www.forbes.com
October 18, 2025 at 10:58 PM
I was interviewed by @livenowfox.bsky.social to summarize the NATO Defence Ministers Summit on October 15. I then previewed U.S. President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on October 17.

www.livenowfox.com/video/1725102
Pres. Trump to meet with Zelenskyy on Friday
President Trump is set to meet with Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. This comes as NATO defense ministers are steadfast on doing everything they can to end the war with Russia. The m...
www.livenowfox.com
October 16, 2025 at 12:47 PM
In my latest @forbes.com article, I preview the NATO defense ministers summit in October:

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...

I was also interviewed by @livenowfox.bsky.social to discuss the summit:

www.livenowfox.com/video/1723793
NATO leaders prepare for October meeting
With ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in full effect, NATO defense leaders are preparing for their October meeting this week with peace being a top priority Ukraine and Russia. Mark Temnycky, Nonres...
www.livenowfox.com
October 14, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a census published in 2021 stated that the Russian Federation had a population of 147 million. Less than four years later, the United Nations estimates that Russia’s population is now 144 million
October 8, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has eroded most of Moscow’s influence among the states that emerged from the collapse of the Soviet empire, write Adrian Karatnycky and Alexander J. Motyl.
From Moldova to Africa, Russia’s Power Is Waning
The defeat of Moscow-friendly parties in the Moldovan election is just the latest of many setbacks.
foreignpolicy.com
October 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
In my @forbes.com article, I discuss the International Paralympic Committee’s decision to fully reinstate Russia and Belarus, and the controversy surrounding this announcement as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Paralympics Committee Lifts Russia And Belarus Ban Despite Ongoing War
The International Paralympic Committee lifted bans on Russia and Belarus, drawing condemnation from Ukrainian and European officials as the Russia-Ukraine war continues.
www.forbes.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
The United Nations is not living up to its founding purpose to resolve global conflicts. Instead, it is becoming another arena in which great-power rivalry plays out, argues columnist Matthew Kroenig.
Trump Told the U.N. the Hard Truth: It Failed
The global body has failed in its mission to stop conflict. Let’s see if the U.S. can do better in Ukraine.
foreignpolicy.com
September 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
In my @forbes.com article, I assess the current state of the Russian economy, and how Russia may experience a recession in 2025 due to the effects of its invasion of Ukraine and international sanctions

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Minister Says Russia On Brink Of Recession As Sanctions And War Bite
Russia is beginning to show signs of economic strains sustained from international sanctions and its war in Ukraine, with officials warning of recession.
www.forbes.com
September 20, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
The new package of EU sanctions on Russia contains the first-ever ban on imports of liquefied natural gas. "This will make this phase out of Russian gas in Europe much faster," Commissioner Dan Jørgensen told Euronews.

#EuropeNews
EU breaks taboo with first-ever sanctions on Russian LNG
The new package of EU sanctions on Russia contains the first-ever ban on imports of liquefied natural gas. "This will make this phase out of Russian gas in Europe much faster," Commissioner Dan Jørgensen told Euronews.
l.euronews.com
September 19, 2025 at 5:28 PM
In my article, I discuss how Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries are exploring AI and other technological advancements, and why American companies should view these developments as an opportunity to invest in the region

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Kazakhstan’s President Takes The Country Into The Tech Future
As Eurasian countries explore AI and other technological advancements, American companies should view these developments as an opportunity to invest in the region.
www.forbes.com
September 15, 2025 at 5:06 PM
In my @forbes.com article, I discuss the latest developments in the peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and how the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict may be coming to an end

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict May Be Coming To An End
After nearly four decades of fighting, the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan may be coming to an end.
www.forbes.com
September 10, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
Polish and NATO jets scrambled, Warsaw airport closes after Ukrainian reports of Russian drones over Poland.
Polish and NATO jets scrambled, Warsaw airport shut after Ukrainian reports of Russian drones over Poland | CNN
Polish authorities have closed Warsaw International Airport and Polish and NATO aircraft have been scrambled as reports have surfaced of Russian drones over the country.
www.cnn.com
September 10, 2025 at 1:30 AM
In my article, I preview Ukraine’s upcoming campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup amidst an ongoing war. I also discuss how the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has impacted Ukrainian football and Russian football

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Ukraine’s World Cup Bid Amid A Raging War
The Ukrainian senior men's national soccer team begins its campaign to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.
www.forbes.com
September 4, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the number of countries willing to participate and the contributions on the table a "victory".
Ukraine's security: 26 countries agree to deploy post-war troops
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the number of countries willing to participate and the contributions on the table a "victory".
l.euronews.com
September 4, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
⚡️Macron: 26 nations ready to send troops or military support to Ukraine as part of a 35-nation plan for security guarantees, calling it a “strategic signal to prevent renewed fighting.”
September 4, 2025 at 2:25 PM
As another peace deadline for Russia and Ukraine has passed, I discuss what options President Donald Trump is weighing in how to proceed with the U.S. involvement in the war

www.forbes.com/sites/markte...
Trump Weighs Options As Peace Deadline Passes For Russia And Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing future sanctions on Russia and new military aid to Ukraine as Russia and Ukraine fail to reach a ceasefire agreement.
www.forbes.com
September 2, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
⚡️Trump giving Ukraine 'deeper strike capabilities,' NATO envoy says after missile sales deal.

The comments come after the U.S. greenlit a European-funded $850 million sale of 3,350 ERAM missiles for Ukraine.
Trump giving Ukraine 'deeper strike capabilities,' NATO envoy says after missile sales deal
The comments come after the U.S. greenlit a European-funded $850 million sale of 3,350 ERAM missiles, which can strike targets at a range of 240-450 kilometers (150-280 miles).
kyivindependent.com
August 30, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Reposted by Mark N.V. Temnycky
1/ 🧵 Is Europe ready to stand alone, in the face of Russian aggression? Can a diverse continent step up to fill strategic gaps left by the US? Ben Hodges believes Europe has the capacity and resources but needs to find the will to resist @benhodges.bsky.social -
youtu.be/_-UMzcA3TK0
Siege of Moscow has Begun to Starve Putin's War Machine - Ben Hodges
YouTube video by Silicon Curtain
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August 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM