Stigma of casus Kosovo

Often in the context of the anne xation of the Crimea was reminded precedent created after the independence of Kosovo. This comparison not quite correct, gives rise to discussion about what options this precedent creates. From time perspective it is much easier recognize its importance for the present and future of international politics. The purpose of this article is to indicate, based on the analysis of the case of Kosovo, its effects in relation to the contemporary status quo in the international system. Through this case study, will be indicated areas, in which is the greatest probability of use the precedent resulting in Kosovo. This will be the basis for deliberations about about whether it is possible take nay remedies, to prevent new attempts to use the case of Kosovo as an argument in the “competition” in the international arena.

The reasons for success or failure in establishing states after WWI: Poland and Czechoslovakia versus the Ukraine

The main goal of this paper is to show the crucial facts which led to the establishment at the end of the First World War of two sovereign states: the First Czechoslovak Republic and the Second Polish Republic. An attempt has also been made to provide background information on the reasons why the Ukraine did not gain independence in the time in question.

Příčiny úspěchu nebo neúspěchu v budování států po I. světové válce: Polsko a Československo versus Ukrajina