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Re-Alignment in the Red Sea: Russia & Iran

Russia and Iran recalibrate influence from Syria to Sudan, leveraging Red Sea conflicts and deepening military ties in shifting alliances.

On the Right Track: Albania’s Accession Plan

Albania advances in EU accession, tackling corruption, judicial reforms, and regional stability, aiming for membership by 2030.

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?

Macron Steps Up, Ukraine Satellite Gap

Macron provides temporary relief to Ukraine's defense with Mirage 2000-5F jets and satellite support as U.S. pauses satellite imagery for a week.

Another Blow: New EU Sanctions Hit Russia in 2025

The EU's 16th sanctions package targets Russia’s finance, energy, and tech sectors, increasing economic pressure and geopolitical pressure between Europe and Russia.

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A Vote for the EU and Péter Magyar

Hungary turns a corner as Péter Magyar secures a landslide win, vowing to end corruption and unlock billions in EU funds to rebuild the country's future.

From Chagos to the Gulf: the New Island Rush

As Chagos and other islands become pawns for global powers, international rules are fading and a new era of raw control over the world’s vital sea lanes is beginning.

IMF and EBRD: Can Big Cash Stop Economic Fallout?

As global conflicts disrupt energy markets, global banks prepare massive rescue funds for states struggling with rising prices and crippling debt burdens.

Iran Crisis Puts Ireland on the Sharp End

As oil stops flowing, Ireland's crisis warns that trade-led states are now on the global front line.

How the Iran Ceasefire is Realigning the Gulf and Europe

US-Iran ceasefire, GCC stability, Brent oil drop, and Lebanon escalation reshape Gulf strategy and global energy markets.