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LIFESTYLE
Visa Denial: When Borders Become Weapons
When governments turn visas into weapons, regular families bear the brunt while politicians play their games from behind bulletproof glass.
BUSINESS
Türkiye’s Oil Grab in Somalia: A New Era of Exploitation?
Somalia's oil rush has begun – but with Türkiye taking 90% and chaos looming, who will pay the price for this black gold bonanza?
Popular
Syria: Latest Visit Hints at Russia’s Return to Syria
Syria’s new president Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow, signalling a pragmatic reset as Russia seeks to rebuild influence in the Middle East.
EU: Innovation or Protectionism? New Industrial Strategy Mirrors China
The EU plans to require Chinese firms to share technology for market access, echoing Beijing’s own rules and risking a new era of retaliatory protectionism.
Europe’s AI Factories: Strategic Autonomy or Public Bubble?
As the race to build AI infrastructure accelerates, some experts, including OpenAI’s own chief, warn this investment spree could lead to costly overreach.
Madagascar: A Postcolonial Wave of Francophone Influence Lost
President Rajoelina fled Madagascar on a French military plane as protestors took over the capital. Paris is losing its hold on yet another former territory.
Austria: Mediation, European Security, and the MENA
Austria remains committed to peace, neutrality, and mediation — focusing on European security and strong global partnerships even in the Middle East.
