Anne Applebaum Receives Peace Prize Amid Controversy Over Ukraine Support

The historian argues that true lessons from history demand military support for Ukraine to counter Russian aggression.

Anne Applebaum, an American-Polish journalist and historian, was awarded the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
In her acceptance speech, Applebaum advocated for continued military support to Ukraine, challenging the notion of pacifism at any cost.
Applebaum's stance has sparked debate, with some questioning how a proponent of arms supply can be honored with a peace award.
Her work has been recognized for exposing the mechanisms of authoritarian regimes and highlighting the fragility of democracies.
Laudator Irina Scherbakowa praised Applebaum for her foresight in warning about the dangers posed by Vladimir Putin's regime.