{"status":"ok","message-type":"work","message-version":"1.0.0","message":{"indexed":{"date-parts":[[2026,8,14]],"date-time":"2026-08-14T20:30:26Z","timestamp":1786739426976,"version":"build-2736575974"},"posted":{"date-parts":[[2025]]},"group-title":"SSRN","reference-count":0,"publisher":"Elsevier BV","content-domain":{"domain":[],"crossmark-restriction":false},"short-container-title":[],"abstract":"This special volume, EU and its Neighbours:, provides a significant contribution to the academic field of European Studies by addressing a wide spectrum of interconnected topics that underscore the complexity, relevance, and dynamism of the European Union and its relationships with neighboring regions. Edited by <b>Mihaela Natea, PhD, and Simion Costea, PhD<\/b>, this volume demonstrates exceptional coherence and a unifying vision that reflects the EU\u2019s enduring commitment to multiculturalism, integration, and resilience. The academic value of this volume lies in its critical and multidisciplinary approach, encompassing history, religion, hybrid warfare, migration, EU enlargement, and human resilience. Scholars from diverse backgrounds and affiliations explore these themes, providing fresh perspectives and innovative analyses that reinforce the EU\u2019s role as a global actor and advocate for unity, stability, and diversity. In Section 1: History, Religion, and Multicultural Societies, Prof. Dr. HDR Hedi Saidi (Chevalier de la Legion d\u2019honneur et Chevalier des Palmes Academiques, Universit\u00e9 Catholique de Lille, France) examines the narratives of victimization and suffering, offering critical insights into the construction of victimhood discourse. Mohsen Neffati, PhD (University of Sfax, Tunisia) explores la\u00efcit\u00e9 as a Western value with universal potential, contributing to a nuanced understanding of religion and secularism in multicultural contexts. Saoudi Bilel, PhD (Universit\u00e9 de Tunis, Tunisia) provides a historical study of European communities in Tunisia during World War II, bridging European and North African narratives. Maria Costea, PhD (Romanian Academy), and Simion Costea, PhD (GGI Brussels), delve into the 1930 Lambeth negotiations and their relevance to apostolic unity efforts, highlighting the enduring significance of religious dialogue in Europe\u2019s multicultural framework. Section 2: EU Enlargement shifts the focus to contemporary geopolitical challenges. Mykola Kapitonenko, PhD (Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine) critically analyzes Ukraine\u2019s path to victory in its war against Russia, offering valuable insights into the EU\u2019s Eastern neighborhood. Marcu-Andrei Solomon (Free Russia Foundation, Brussels Office, Belgium) highlights the critical focus areas for preparing the Republic of Moldova for EU integration, emphasizing the EU\u2019s role in promoting stability and reform in Eastern Europe. Aysegul Zengin, PhD (Tallinn University, Estonia) examines the implications of deepfake technology, shedding light on its challenges and potential solutions within the EU\u2019s post-truth environment. &nbsp;In Section 3: Building-Up Resilience: Policies and Human Dimensions, the contributors address the EU\u2019s capacity to foster resilience. Angelika Kleszczewska-Albi\u0144ska, PhD (University of Lodz, Poland) outlines a preventive program for developing psychological resilience in conflict adjacent regions, offering practical solutions to strengthen the EU\u2019s human security. Tac\u0219a Andreea-Maria, PhD (UMFST, Romania) investigates the interplay of sport and foreign policy during the communist regime, adding depth to the historical and cultural aspects of EU resilience. Mircea Ungur, PhD, Edit Laura Ciulea, PhD, and Irina Mihaela Trifan, PhD (UMFST, Romania) explore globalization through the lens of football, demonstrating the EU\u2019s capacity to influence global cultural trends. \u021aurcanu Florin, PhD, Szabo-Csiffo Barna, PhD, Lauren\u021biu Magda\u0219, PhD, and Dana Simona \u021aurcanu, PhD (UMFST, Romania) present a study on optimizing the physical training process for junior athletes, contributing to discussions on health and education within the EU framework. This volume exemplifies the diversity of disciplines and subjects that define EU studies. Contributions span fields such as history, religion, international relations, sports, psychology, and geopolitics, showcasing the breadth of topics essential for understanding the EU\u2019s multifaceted nature. The geographical spread of the authors\u2014representing Estonia, France, Belgium, Tunisia, Algeria, Ukraine, Poland, and Romania\u2014further highlights the EU\u2019s global connections and the shared academic commitment to addressing pressing issues. By fostering critical thinking and embracing diverse perspectives, this volume underscores the EU\u2019s role as a unifying force in a complex and rapidly changing world. It serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, policymakers, and students dedicated to advancing European integration, promoting resilience, and celebrating the diversity that defines the European project.&nbsp;<b>&nbsp;<\/b>Print ISSN 0248-2851 \u2022 On-line\/Linking ISSN 2743-4052 \u2022 L\u2019EUROPE UNIE ,&nbsp;<span>DOI 10.5281\/zenodo.15505129<\/span><\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.2139\/ssrn.5405148","type":"posted-content","created":{"date-parts":[[2025,9,8]],"date-time":"2025-09-08T19:33:38Z","timestamp":1757360018000},"source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["L'EUROPE UNIE\/ UNITED EUROPE, 21\/2024: EU and its Neighbours: Resilience and Multicultural Harmony"],"prefix":"10.2139","author":[{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-9751-9225","authenticated-orcid":true,"given":"Simion","family":"Costea","sequence":"first","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]}],"member":"78","container-title":[],"original-title":[],"deposited":{"date-parts":[[2026,8,14]],"date-time":"2026-08-14T19:28:53Z","timestamp":1786735733000},"score":1,"resource":{"primary":{"URL":"https:\/\/www.ssrn.com\/abstract=5405148"}},"subtitle":[],"short-title":[],"issued":{"date-parts":[[2025]]},"references-count":0,"URL":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2139\/ssrn.5405148","relation":{},"subject":[],"published":{"date-parts":[[2025]]},"subtype":"preprint"}}