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Germany’s crackdown on the AfD: A dangerous gamble against democracy

Germany has crossed a perilous threshold. The country’s domestic intelligence service, the Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz (Federal Office for the...

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US pressure on UK: Rejecting pragmatic China ties for America’s agenda

As the United Kingdom pursues a more pragmatic and independent approach to its relationship with China, the United States is showing increasing signs...

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Bangladesh’s risky gamble on the Rakhine Corridor

The announcement that Bangladesh has agreed in principle to allow a ‘Humanitarian Corridor’ into Myanmar’s Rakhine State under UN supervision...

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UK seeks security pact with EU without undermining NATO

UK seeks security pact with EU without undermining NATO

In a significant development for post-Brexit Europe, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen...

04.05.2025 40

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Vance’s India visit overshadowed by Kashmir attack, yet strengthens bilateral ties

Vance’s India visit overshadowed by Kashmir attack, yet strengthens bilateral ties

When US Vice President J.D. Vance arrived in India for a four-day visit, the strategic goals were clear: deepen US-India ties, strengthen defense...

03.05.2025 30

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Can Washington finally resolve the Iran nuclear stalemate?

Can Washington finally resolve the Iran nuclear stalemate?

After three rounds of indirect US-Iran talks in Oman and Italy – with more planned – a clear pattern has emerged: both sides are probing what is...

03.05.2025 20

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Reinventing the World Economic Forum: A new leader for a new era

Reinventing the World Economic Forum: A new leader for a new era

With Klaus Schwab stepping down after more than five decades at the helm of the World Economic Forum (WEF), the organization faces an inflection point...

02.05.2025 40

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Trump adviser: “Russians are not our enemy” – growing rift in US over Ukraine war

Trump adviser: “Russians are not our enemy” – growing rift in US over Ukraine war

The ideological and strategic divide in the United States over the ongoing war in Ukraine is growing deeper as voices close to Donald Trump’s...

01.05.2025 40

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Saudi Arabia 2034 FIFA World Cup: A strategic economic opportunity

Saudi Arabia 2034 FIFA World Cup: A strategic economic opportunity

Saudi Arabia’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034 marks a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 strategy. Over...

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UK’s post-Brexit international leadership finds new life under Keir Starmer

In the heat of the 2016 Brexit referendum, Brexiteers sold voters on a bold vision: that the United Kingdom, once free from the shackles of the...

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US-Russia move toward reconciliation while Ukraine faces growing isolation

US-Russia move toward reconciliation while Ukraine faces growing isolation

The world may be witnessing the early signs of a surprising but crucial geopolitical shift: a normalization of relations between the United States and...

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Elon Musk mocks Zelensky’s claims of aid transparency amid growing scrutiny

Elon Musk mocks Zelensky’s claims of aid transparency amid growing scrutiny

In a moment that underscores growing skepticism toward Ukraine’s handling of US assistance, billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk publicly ridiculed...

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Germany taps industry to boost NATO defense against Russian threat

Germany taps industry to boost NATO defense against Russian threat

Germany is taking proactive steps to bolster NATO’s defense capabilities in the face of growing concerns over Russia’s military activities. In a...

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Trump’s diplomacy VS Putin’s victory, the geopolitical stalemate over Ukraine’s future

The Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, which briefly raised hopes of a pause in hostilities, has faded into the background as both sides resume combat with...

23.04.2025 20

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Trump’s tariffs accelerate Gulf-Asia realignment and draw European attention

In the era of renewed global trade protectionism, US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies-designed to promote American industry and reduce...

22.04.2025 30

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Renewing the Saudi-American alliance for a balanced future

The partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States has long stood as one of the most consequential alliances in modern international...

21.04.2025 20

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Friedrich Merz prepares Germany for war, not peace or stability

As Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz prepares to assume office on May 6, his rhetoric has already begun raising alarms. Known for his...

20.04.2025 30

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US troop withdrawal from Syria amid shifting political landscape

The United States has begun a significant troop withdrawal from Syria, marking a potential turning point in a controversial military deployment that...

20.04.2025 30

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EU abandons Russian LNG ban amid trade talks pressure with US

In a move that underscores the geopolitical balancing act facing European policymakers, the European Union has reportedly abandoned plans to impose a...

18.04.2025 30

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Austria faces crime surge linked to foreign nationals and shifting migration policies

Austria is grappling with a growing internal security dilemma as newly released police statistics indicate a sharp rise in criminal offenses involving...

18.04.2025 30

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Lebanon 50 years after civil war struggling with identity and sovereignty

On April 13, Lebanon marked a solemn milestone – the 50th anniversary of the outbreak of its civil war, a devastating conflict that reshaped the...

15.04.2025 20

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Witkoff gains support from Musk and Rubio in bold diplomacy for Ukraine and Iran

Steve Witkoff, the real estate mogul turned key diplomatic confidant of US President Donald Trump, has emerged as an unexpected but central figure in...

15.04.2025 20

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Friedrich Merz and Germany’s crossroads: Can he lead a game-changing government

In 2025, Germany stands at a political and economic crossroads. The elevation of Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and...

13.04.2025 30

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Why Trump must intervene in Germany’s prosecution of an American woman

In a case that highlights both the perils of unchecked immigration and the alarming erosion of justice in Europe, a 20-year-old American woman faces...

12.04.2025 30

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Trump boasts foreign leaders are ‘kissing my ass’ to avoid new tariffs

In trademark bravado, President Donald Trump has claimed that dozens of countries are scrambling to avoid his sweeping new tariffs, with foreign...

11.04.2025 40

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Poll reveals alarming support for political violence among left-leaning Americans

In a deeply troubling reflection of America’s growing political polarization, a new report by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI)...

10.04.2025 30

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Europe’s strategic awakening: Why it should embrace Trump’s challenge

For decades, Europe has talked about autonomy. Since Charles de Gaulle’s vision of a Europe strong enough to defend itself, the continent has...

08.04.2025 40

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Europe must choose defense capability over industrial protectionism now

For decades, the United States has raised concerns about Europe’s underwhelming commitment to defense spending. The issue has long simmered beneath...

07.04.2025 40

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US sanctions against Russia accelerate shift to multipolar global economy

In an era of unparalleled geopolitical tension, US sanctions against Russia stand out as one of the most extensive and punitive economic campaigns in...

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Two years of war in Sudan as the nation faces total collapse

This month marks the second anniversary of the outbreak of Sudan’s devastating civil war, a conflict that began as a power struggle between the...

05.04.2025 40

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Europe faces critical choice on security and sovereignty

The global security landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, and nowhere is this more apparent than in Europe. With the looming return of Donald Trump...

04.04.2025 40

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How the West came close to starting World War III

The recently published New York Times exposé, “The Partnership: The Secret History of the War in Ukraine,” has made waves across media circles,...

03.04.2025 40

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Trump third term hints: A constitutional crisis or political theater

US President Donald Trump’s recent comments about seeking a third term have ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about the limits of...

01.04.2025 40

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Europe militarizes economy while ignoring public needs and fiscal reality

As the European Union (EU) continues its strategic pivot toward defense spending, the latest repackaging of its military ambitions comes under the...

31.03.2025 40

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Rethinking US engagement in Africa beyond aid reductions

The recent decision by Secretary of State Marco Rubio to significantly reduce the US Agency for International Development (USAID) programs in Africa...

29.03.2025 5

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UK explores sending rejected asylum seekers to the Balkans

The British government is considering a new immigration policy that would see rejected asylum seekers relocated to “return hubs” in Western Balkan...

25.03.2025 5

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Turkey’s growing role in NATO and its strategic influence

On July 1, 2025, Turkey will assume command of the NATO Allied Reaction Force Amphibious Task Force Command and the Landing Force Command, marking a...

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Saudi Arabia’s role in navigating global polarization and trade wars

The world is witnessing an era of heightened political polarization and escalating trade wars, reminiscent of the Cold War era but with an even...

23.03.2025 7

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UK struggles to balance Middle East ties and new alliances

In response to the Arab reconstruction plan for Gaza that was agreed upon at the extraordinary summit in Cairo this month, the UK has joined its...

22.03.2025 7

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German media and the controversial ban on reporting Nazi symbols in Ukraine

The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has made a startling claim that the German government has issued a directive to national media outlets,...

20.03.2025 5

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Putin’s decision will shape the future of Ukraine peace talks

Just weeks ago, international attention was fixated on a dramatic diplomatic confrontation in Washington, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky...

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Will Russia accept or reject the US cease-fire proposal?

For the first time since President Donald Trump began his second term in January and launched a concerted effort to end the war in Ukraine, it is...

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US resumes military aid to Ukraine after ceasefire proposal agreement

In a significant development in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, the United States has decided to resume military and intelligence assistance to...

14.03.2025 10

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UN, US accused of engineering regime change in Bangladesh

The United Nations and the United States are facing serious allegations of orchestrating a regime change in Bangladesh, leading to the removal of...

13.03.2025 7

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Trump signals shift in Ukraine policy ahead of Jeddah talks

US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington has “just about ended” its freeze on intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, a move that signals a...

12.03.2025 10

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Challenges for US foreign policy in a changing world

The rapidly shifting global landscape presents significant challenges for US foreign policy. The recent meeting in Riyadh between US Secretary of...

09.03.2025 7

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Europe’s struggles with security and global influence

In the past week, European leaders were seen crossing the Atlantic to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House. UK Prime Minister Keir...

08.03.2025 9

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Militants attack Pakistani military base killing and injuring dozens

In a tragic escalation of violence, a deadly assault on a military base in northwestern Pakistan on the evening of March 4 has left at least 18 people...

07.03.2025 20

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EU spends more on Russian energy than Ukraine aid Trump claims

US President Donald Trump has claimed that the European Union (EU) is spending significantly more on purchasing Russian oil and gas than on providing...

06.03.2025 7

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White House demands public apology from Zelensky to resume rare-earths deal talks

The diplomatic rift between Washington and Kiev has widened following reports that the Biden administration is demanding a public apology from...

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