Beijing, Tehran, Washington: The Hidden Significance of Cheng Li-wen’s Visit
The leader of the Kuomintang (KMT), Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wen, made a rare and historic visit to China from April 7 to 12,...
Cyanide Discovery in South China Sea Sparks Philippines–China Tensions
The Philippines has raised alarm after discovering cyanide on Chinese vessels operating near a disputed atoll in the South China Sea, intensifying tensions in...
Orbán Falls: A Political Earthquake That Shakes Moscow, Washington and the Global Right
Hungary has delivered one of the most consequential electoral upsets in modern European politics. Opposition leader Péter Magyar has decisively defeated long-time Prime Minister...
China’s position after the failure of the US-Iran negotiations
Negotiations between Iran and the United States have reached a deadlock due to differing demands. Washington seeks a narrow agreement concerning maritime security in...
Article 42.7 vs Article 5: Europe’s Quiet Contingency for a Post-NATO World
The 2026 Iran War has functioned thus far as a critical juncture for European security, demonstrating Europe’s continued reliance on US strategic leadership as...
Iran’s New Strait of Hormuz Protocol
Iran’s new protocol for the Strait of Hormuz is not a normal maritime regulation. It is a wartime instrument being repackaged as a postwar...
Same Story, Different Languages: What a South African seen in Hungary’s 2026 Election
On the 12th of April, Hungarians head to the polls in what is being called their most important election. Being a foreign national in...
The 25th Amendment: Why It’s Back in the Spotlight
President Donald Trump's recent threats against Iran have sparked discussions among some Democrats about the possibility of using the 25th Amendment to remove him...
Israel and Lebanon Set for Talks: Here’s What’s Known
Israeli and Lebanese envoys are scheduled to meet in Washington on Tuesday as U. S. President Donald Trump aims to ease the ongoing conflict...
Georgia’s Betrayal: Why the West Won’t Show Up
From its independence in 1991 until circa 2020, Georgia has maintained a healthy democracy with a vibrant civil society. It has also been eager...