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The Decline of Eastern Europe: A Demographic Catastrophe
Eastern Europe is experiencing a profound demographic crisis that has seen once-vibrant communities fade into near extinction. Many villages, such as Queen Village in Germany, which was once bustling with energy and economic activity, now barely register on the map with populations dwindled to fewer than 20 residents. The underlying causes of this phenomenon are complex and intertwined with historical, economic, and social factors.