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Russia and the United States: A Détente for Now

U.S.-Russia relations reach a delicate détente as Trump halts Ukraine aid, reviews sanctions, and boosts diplomacy, signaling a move toward global multipolarity.

Four Years and Counting: This is Not Trump’s World

Trump's 2025 return reshapes global trade, foreign policy, and alliances, but world leaders resist his disruptive agenda.

Forced Displacement is a Red Line for International Community

Arab nations, EU, and BRICS reject forced Gaza displacement, urging peace under international law and the Arab Peace Initiative ahead of the Cairo summit.

Vladimir Putin: 25 Years in Power

From a little-known spy to a global disruptor, Vladimir Putin redefined Russia and its role abroad.

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Super Intelligence: The Datacentre Is the New Science Lab

As Europe funds brilliant laboratories, are datacentre owners harvesting the discoveries?

Strasbourg Naked Golden Trump Trolls the Monument Tradition

A naked golden Trump in Strasbourg shows how statues, once made to flatter rulers, now serve to roast them.

Hanning Affair Hurts German Intel Cred

Germany's ex-spymaster undermined allied confidence and gave Moscow-friendly politicians a talking point.

Rubio Cherry-Picks Ancient Greece to Sell Modern Nationalism

Rubio urged the West to copy ancient Greek loyalty, yet ancient Athens thrived on argument, dissent and noisy assemblies.

Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President

Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.