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Editorial Board 22 January 2026It is impossible to understand the Russia–Ukraine conflict—or to envision a path to peace—without examining the ecclesiological dimension of relations between Moscow and Kyiv. Kyiv has been regarded as the cradle of Russian Orthodoxy since the tenth century, making religious authority and identity deeply intertwined with political power in the region. In Ukraine today, over 72 percent of the population identifies as Eastern Orthodox. For decades, Ukrainian Orthodoxy was largely structured around churches linked to the Moscow Patriarchate, which rejected any ecclesiastical separation from Kyiv. This arrangement was dramatically challenged in 2018, when Patriarch Bartholomew I established the autocephalous Orthodox Church of Ukraine. Although this church now claims the allegiance of more than half of Ukraine’s Orthodox believers, it has never been recognized by Moscow.Reset DOC’s new documentary by Filippo Macelloni, “The Russia–Ukraine Conflict and the Role of the Orthodox Church”, examines how religion, identity, and geopolitics intersect at the heart of Europe’s most devastating war. - John Milbank 19 October 2025John Milbank reflects on the fragility of Western liberalism, arguing that no civilization can endure without a unifying religious narrative at its core. As Christianity recedes, he warns, Western societies risk fragmentation, isolation, and a growing attraction to authoritarian models. Recovering the Christian foundations of dignity, freedom, and communal life, he suggests, is essential for the West’s future.
- Seán Golden 6 April 2025In contemporary Chinese political discourse, “harmony” is one of the key words defining the vision promoted by China’s leadership—a concept deeply rooted in Confucian philosophy. What does this notion mean in practice, and how does it shape China’s understanding of power, peace, and global order? Sean Golden, senior associate researcher at CIDOB, traces the historical and philosophical origins of the “Confucian Peace,” contrasting it with the militarized traditions of Chinese statecraft.
- Asma Afsaruddin 17 January 2025Asma Afsaruddin, professor of Islamic studies at Indiana University, talks about the challenges of achieving peaceful coexistence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She highlights the need for equal rights and justice for all, pointing to the absence of a Palestinian state as a major obstacle.
- Ruth Hanau Santini 28 October 2024Ruth Hanau Santini, associate professor of Politics and International relations at the University of Naples L’Orientale, discusses how Tunisia’s democratic backslide stemmed from unimplemented reforms and an elite-driven process that sidelined public trust. These issues ultimately paved the way for populist influence, culminating in Tunisia’s current political crisis.
- Editorial Board 23 October 2024The ecclesiastical ties between Russia and Ukraine are crucial to understanding the ongoing conflict and envisioning peace. Ukraine’s Orthodox community is divided, with over half aligning with the autocephalous Kyiv Patriarchate established in 2019, while 40 percent remain loyal to the Moscow Patriarchate, which views Kyiv as the birthplace of Russian Orthodoxy. Recently, all three branches of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church have declared independence from the Russian Orthodox Church, distancing themselves from Patriarch Kirill’s support for the war. Will faith overcome power politics and help to bring peace to the region?
- Editorial Board 21 October 2024How did religion shift from fueling division to fostering dialogue in post-war Bosnia-Herzegovina? Reset DOC’s upcoming documentary explores the pivotal role of faith in reconciliation and peacebuilding. Catch the trailer now and stay tuned for the full release!
- Sharan Grewal 5 September 2024Sharan Grewal, Assistant Professor of Government at William & Mary, discusses Tunisia’s democratic collapse, attributing it to excessive consensus between political factions, which led to public disillusionment and the rise of populist leader Kais Saied. While a short-term return to democracy is unlikely due to Saied’s popularity, there may be a chance in the future.
- Radwan Masmoudi 27 August 2024For years, Tunisia was viewed as a democratic success in the Arab world. However, according to Radwan Masmoudi, President of the Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy (CSID), it ultimately failed because it was still in the process of developing into a full democracy, with weak political parties, unaddressed economic issues, and declining international support undermining its progress.
- Mohsen Kadivar 5 April 2024“Major elements of Islamic Shari’a are human dignity, justice, fairness and freedom: there is no force, no compulsion in the case of faith and religion.” An excerpt from the first part of ResetDOC’s latest video-interview with Mohsen Kadivar, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, on pluralism in Islam.
