Why the EU should choose China over the U.S.
The question of whether the European Union (EU) should pivot toward China instead of aligning more closely with the United States is central to...
Expectations vs. Capabilities: The EU’s Misread of Post-Brexit Britain
Since the 2016 Brexit referendum and the final Brexit vote in 2020, the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) have had a...
Britain Between Two Worlds: Imperial Legacy and Post-Brexit Possibilities
Throughout modern history, Great Britain has consistently stood as the most influential political and economic power in the world. The country led the Industrial...
Europe’s Blind Spot: The Israel–Iran War and the Coming Refugee Surge
Bombs are falling on Tehran and Tel Aviv. Once again, the Middle East is spiraling into chaos—a region trapped in a cycle of war,...
Most EU citizens are “ready” for war – new poll
A new poll says most Europeans accept they must prepare for war.
This comes in the wake of President Trump’s decision to bomb Iran’s nuclear...
Between Rock and Hard Place: Azerbaijan factor in Iran-Israel tensions
Very serious developments are unfolding at Azerbaijan's doorstep as its neighbor, Iran, faces escalating tensions with Israel, marking a new phase of open confrontation...
Why Now? The UK Strategic Endorsement of Morocco’s Autonomy Plan
On June 2nd, the United Kingdom issued an explicit endorsement of Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara, reflecting a calculated and strategic realignment of...
Europe can attract more scientists – but not with promises alone
Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen are keen to advertise Europe to US-based researchers who may want to relocate after recent domestic policy...
France-Indonesia Relations: Macron’s Visit and Strategic Defense Collaboration
The recent state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Indonesia, which included a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto, was a major turning point...
The Right on the Rise: Nationalism and the Changing Face of Europe
From the end of the Cold War to the most recent past, liberal democracy had appeared as an untouchable institution. For almost twenty-five years,...