Defence Resignation Exposes Starmer’s Spending Dilemma
Keir Starmer has a new defence minister but is still facing major challenges, including limited finances and political demands. Even if a new prime...
What the Pacific Pivot Reveals About Europe
When Pete Hegseth told the Shangri-La Dialogue at the end of May that the United States would prioritize its “model allies,” moving the most...
The Poland–Ukraine History Dispute Explained
Poland is considering revoking the Order of the White Eagle from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy after he named a Ukrainian combat unit after the...
Why Is Turkey Expanding Defence Exports as Europe Rearms?
Turkey is seeking to expand its role in the global defence market after two decades of sustained investment transformed it from a major arms...
Armenia’s High-Stakes Election: Key Issues and What to Watch
Armenia is holding a parliamentary election on Sunday where the ruling Civil Contract party, led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, faces various opposition parties...
Sleepless In Xi’an? A New Start for China-Europe Relations
Last Friday, as the European Commission met in conclave to discuss how to get tough with China, a very different debate took place on...
Iceland’s EU Shift and the New Arctic Power Struggle
The world is witnessing rapid geopolitical changes with the changing relations between the Uand its historical allies in Europe, the growing influence of China,...
The Netherlands’ Indo-Pacific Pivot: An Ambitious Political Strategy
In November 2020, the Netherlands incorporated its Indo-Pacific Strategy. An ambitious political move following the initiatives previously endorsed by France and Germany – all...
Trump Aid Cuts Raise Concerns Over Accountability for Alleged Russian War Crimes in Ukraine
Efforts to investigate and prosecute alleged war crimes committed during Russia's invasion of Ukraine are facing growing challenges after significant reductions in United States...
Ben-Gvir’s French Ban and Washington’s Failure of Discipline
From Criticism to Consequence
France’s decision to bar Itamar Ben-Gvir from its territory should not be treated as a diplomatic earthquake. It will not stop...