Europe
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Fuel Protests Ignite Political Crisis in Ireland
What initially began as protests over fuel prices in Ireland has quickly snowballed into a broader political challenge. After multiple days of disruption, the government announced €505 million of public funds to quell some of the pressure.
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Greece Pulls the Plug On Social Media
Following Australia’s ban on social media for teenagers last December, Greece is banning social media for adolescents under 15 years old. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis explains that he had spoken to numerous parents across the country before making this decision.
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Viktor Orban’s Day of Reckoning
“All they stand for is anger, hatred, and destruction,” yelled a hoarse Victor Orban speaking at a mass reelection rally in western Hungary. His rare outburst portrayed a different side of a politician used to cracking jokes and oftentimes charming critics.
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European Union-Australia Free Trade Agreement
The European Union and Australia successfully agreed on the final text of a comprehensive free trade agreement in Melbourne. The agreement eliminates over 99% of tariffs on EU exports to Australia while expanding access to critical raw materials.
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NATO Pulls Troops as Allies Resist Iran War Escalation
NATO has historically operated on collective defense principles, but the current conflict falls outside a direct attack on member states, giving countries more caution over their involvement. As a result, divisions are becoming more visible.
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Munich Conference Updates
At this year’s 62nd Munich Conference, an international meeting held annually in February, heightened tensions between America and foreign powers were palpable. Topics discussed ranged from China’s Indo-Pacific policy to America’s security guarantees for Ukraine.
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Storm Leonardo Batters the Iberian Peninsula
Storm Leonardo has caused severe flooding in the Iberian Peninsula, displacing over 150,000 people and highlighting the increasing frequency of extreme weather linked to climate change.
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Expo 2027 Belgrade: In Light of Serbia’s Instability
Serbia is preparing to host Expo 2027 in Belgrade, its capital. There’s a lot on the line: government corruption allegations, judicial amendments, a modern economy…
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A Winter Without Light in Ukraine
The sounds of war have become routine in Ukraine’s major cities. Every night is defined by air raid alerts, the hum of drones and the thunder of missile interceptions. But this winter, another sound has taken over…
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Warming Relations Between London and Beijing
In response to widening rifts in relations with the United States, influential leaders around the world are seeking to boost ties with China. Keir Starmer is the latest in this pack…
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The EU and India
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa will head to New Delhi. They focused on a strategic agenda regarding India and sought cooperation in trade, security, and defense.
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The EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement
The EU and Latin America have strengthened ties through the long-awaited trade agreement EU-Mercosur FTA, aimed at boosting both economies and developing resilience against the Trump administration.
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Europe Deliberates Over Greenland
Trump’s threats of tariffs on European nations over Greenland have intensified tensions, prompting strong reactions from European leaders and a potential EU counter-strategy involving substantial tariffs.
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Trump-Greenland Tensions
On Sunday, President Trump told reporters on Air Force One, “We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security.” Leaders of the EU and NATO remain extremely cautious of a potential US takeover of Greenland.
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The 28 Point Plan for Ukraine
Two of Trump’s foreign policy advisors, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, recently revealed a 28-point plan to end the war in Ukraine, spanning from de-escalation to reconstruction. Blake McFalls summarizes all 28 points.
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Flour Throwers and Election Holders
French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to call snap elections in the country could have massive shockwaves throughout French politics, and the EU as a whole. Read about the July election implications here.
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Meet the Balkans: A Fun-Sized Russia and Ukraine
The Balkans are but a small region of the world, yet are exceedingly important (and complicated) politically. Here’s a breakdown of the conflict between Kosovo and Republika Srpska, as well as wider tensions in the region.