We have lived in the post-Cold War world since 1991. We are now entering a new period.
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The EU crisis is slowing the process of integration between Central and Western Europe.
Both countries use demands for more autonomy by ethnic Hungarians in Romania as a political issue.
One of the pillars the European Union was built upon is coming under threat.
Extremist factions could strengthen further if the Hungarian economy continues to struggle.
Zagreb will focus on liquefied natural gas while Moscow maintains its transit states' energy dependence.
A proposed law would firm up control of Hungary's natural gas storage facilities at a critical time.
Eurozone integration efforts have been met with different responses from Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria.
Poland's lack of natural barriers has invited foreign invasion, but it also creates opportunities.