This open-access book explores the security dynamics amid the polarization shifting borders
and liquid governance that define the Zeitenwende era in Europe's eastern neighbourhood and
Central Asia. Presenting various case studies the volume unveils the intricate web of border
dynamics and practices including the nuanced interplay of border disputes within the
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) member states. The contributions
shed new light on how contested borders and liquid modes of governance have impacted the
engagement of international organizations such as the European Union (EU) North Atlantic
Treaty Organization (NATO) and OSCE in security crises and conflict prevention. Delving deeper
a special part dissects the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and examines European and
international responses. By analyzing the stances of diverse European countries their
neighborhood and international organizations this section uncovers commonalities and
disparities in their approaches to the Ukrainian crisis.
