In a sweeping crackdown before the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkish authorities detained 178 individuals on terrorism charges. As Ankara prepares to host the NATO summit on July 7-8, a wave of arrests has sent shockwaves through Turkey’s civil society.…
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has announced his resignation within weeks, triggering early elections amid ongoing protests. In a stunning political development, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has declared his intention to resign within the coming weeks, cutting short a term that…
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic announces his resignation, yet his political influence seems far from over. In a dramatic announcement that has sent ripples through Serbia’s political landscape, President Aleksandar Vucic declared his intention to step down in the coming weeks.…
Ukraine confirms drone attacks on two major Russian refineries, signaling intensified strategic operations. In a bold escalation of its strategic operations, Ukraine has confirmed drone strikes on two significant oil refineries in southern and central Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
Governments across Europe are increasingly resistant to scrutiny, raising concerns about the uneven implementation of fundamental rights. In a candid discussion with EUobserver, Sirpa Rautio, director of the European Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), shed light on the challenges surrounding…
In a bid to control global narratives, Israel’s government has intensified its media campaigns, sparking debates on truth and propaganda. In the summer of 2025, Israel’s government launched an unprecedented media campaign, dubbed by officials as the ‘eighth front,’ aimed…
Six months after the tragic fire in Crans-Montana, fresh inquiries question the rescue operation’s efficacy. The devastating fire that engulfed a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana on New Year’s Eve continues to cast a long shadow. Six…
Donald Trump has nominated Lance Schroyer, a former police officer and Marine veteran, as the new head of the controversial Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. In a move that underscores his hardline stance on immigration, former U.S. President Donald…
Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached a boiling point, with President Trump issuing a stark warning of potential annihilation. In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, the United States and Iran find themselves locked in a dangerous cycle…
POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-17 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary The German Federal President’s role, traditionally symbolic and unifying, has gained renewed relevance amidst contemporary crises. This briefing explores how the office’s moral authority and constitutional powers intersect with migration policy,…
