“…The series consists of electronic publications that provide analyses of news in the countries of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Several briefs were issued each day on events of note in OMRI's region of coverage. …”

“…They focus on analysis and news related to political, social, and economic life, military, foreign policy, media, legal and cultural affairs in the region of East, Central and Southeastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Issues of the magazine Transition/Transitions complement the digest by providing more in-depth analysis of news and issues concerning the region. …”

“…As a comprehensive survey of current events and developments in the former Soviet Union, East, Central and Southeastern Europe, it was based on a wide range of regional and international sources. …”