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The Volatile Prices of Crude Oil Amid the Hezbollah-Israel Ceasefire
Crude oil has long been regarded as the lifeblood of the global economy, with its price fluctuations having profound effects on industries, nations, and...
Indifference in the Face of Power: Russia’s Apathy Toward Both Putin’s Reign and His Fall
In recent years, Russian society has become increasingly atomized, characterized by widespread political apathy and disillusionment. This societal disintegration is a product of a...
Navigating a “challenging and difficult” path towards democracy
Back in 2022, I participated regularly in meetings and interactions with constitutional scholars and governance experts from countries all around the world, including EU...
Strategies and Operational Art in one Year of Conflict: Israel vs Iran and Proxies
The Israel-Iran rivalry continues since establishment of Israel and the roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and mistrust are deep and complex, predating the establishment of...
Why Qatar is United States’s most dependable partner in resolving Gaza Crisis
Qatar has emerged as a crucial ally for the United States in mediating the ongoing Gaza conflict, leveraging its unique position and longstanding relationships...
The Populist Wave and Polarization in Europe
Over the past decade, Europe has experienced a significant rise in populism, leading to increasing political polarization. Populist parties, both on the left and...
Correcting Electricity-Production Gap with High-Density Energy Sources
The security and resilience of an electricity system largely depend on its ability to match production with demand under all conditions, including weather variations,...
Empowering change and resilience: Social protection in the age of megatrends
Social protection systems are essential to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
However, social protection is insufficient across Asia and the Pacific, and the...
Mexico’s Political Pluralism is Under Threat: Here’s What to Do About It
Authors: Sofia Herrera and Christine Zaino*
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s inauguration solidifies the dominance of the populist Morena party in Mexico’s national politics. The rapid...
Global Power Rivalry: AFRICOM and Africa in the Face of China and Russia’s Influence
Background
Africa’s historical context regarding foreign influence is critical to understanding the current dynamics at play on the continent. For centuries, African countries have navigated...