May 2025
EUROPE
Romania: New Elections Amidst Interference
Romania’s annulment of its 2024 presidential election results highlights the vulnerability of democratic processes to cyber and social media manipulation, prompting enhanced electoral security measures ahead of the rerun in May 2025.
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Why is Somaliland Strategically Important to the United States?
The strategic location, democracy, and security role of Somaliland makes the de facto state a key U.S. ally. Will Trump recognise its sovereignty in 2025?
Lost in Trumpism: Democrats Astray Amidst Leadership Crisis?
Democrats face leadership struggles, disunity, and weak voter outreach, risking Trump’s 2028 dominance without a clear strategy or vision.
Bhutan: Happiness Goes Hydro on the Himalayan Slopes
Hydropower in Bhutan blends renewable energy with Buddhist values, boosting sustainability while facing environmental and economic risks.
Tigray Tinderbox Risks Regional Conflict in Horn of Africa
Military buildups along the Ethiopia-Eritrea border, as Tigray forces splinter, suggest a renewal of regional conflict may be soon.
The Balkans on Edge: Dodik Conviction and Rising Separatist Rhetoric
The secessionist actions of Milorad Dodik threaten Bosnia’s stability, risking EU membership, and regional peace amid growing tensions.
