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BUSINESS
Old Rivalries as Leverage: Russia in the Eastern Mediterranean
When diplomatic protests turn into gas field disputes, old-fashioned regional quarrels become tomorrow's Russian leverage in the Mediterranean.
EUROPE
Greece, Migration, and the Pause: A Temporary Solution or a New Course
Greece halts asylum hearings as migrant crossings from Libya surge, echoing Italy’s offshore model amid EU migration system strain.
Popular
Akram Afif: Fair Play Needed On and Off the Pitch
Qatar’s Akram Afif sparks controversy in World Cup qualifier vs UAE, raising questions on fair play and Middle Eastern football ethics.
Design First, Scale Second: Dubai’s Metro Vs Saudi Mega Rail
Dubai Metro outperforms Riyadh in integration, efficiency, and investment impact, redefining urban mobility in the Gulf region.
Wilders Out: The Rise of Practical Politics
D66 rises as Wilders loses support: Dutch voters favour practical policies on migration, housing, healthcare, and stable governance.
CEE IT Talent on the Rise: How $100K H-1B Fees Shift Global Hiring
CEE leads Europe’s IT talent as $100K H-1B visa fee shifts U.S. hiring; remote work and GCC AI opportunities emerge.
Iraq Infrastructure Boom Opens New Trade Routes for Greece and European Investors
Athens-Baghdad flights resume as Iraq stabilises; Greece and EU eye trade, investment, and infrastructure along the Development Road.
