Two weeks of unrest in Iran have shifted from economic grievances to regime-change slogans, while Trump and Netanyahu publicly back the protest movement.

An in-depth look at Serbia’s conflicting political signals: Vučić’s push toward the EU versus Vulin’s nationalist “Serbian World” agenda, and what this reveals about Belgrade’s long-standing strategy toward the region and the West.

A new leader, old divisions: Will Tufan Erhürman bring change to Northern Cyprus and alter the island’s political destiny?

Last week, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a mutual defense agreement, which Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif described as a framework similar to NATO, intended to connect predominantly Muslim countries.

Firefighting helicopter collects seawater in southeastern Attica, July 2025. © Sanin Mirvic/Corella Greece is once again facing the harsh reality of summer wildfires. By mid-August 2025, more than 45,000 hectares have already burned across the country, making this one of the five most destructive seasons of the past two decades. On the island of Chios alone, over 10,000 hectares have gone up in flames this year, adding to an alarming statistic: nearly a quarter of the islan

India faces mounting U.S. pressure under Donald Trump to abandon Russian oil and weapons, and instead align firmly with Washington. While Joe Biden sought to pull New Delhi closer to the West without forcing a break with Moscow, Trump offers F-35 jets and U.S. oil in exchange for cutting ties with Russia. The decision pits Modi’s strategic balancing act between great powers against Trump’s demand for clear allegiance.India faces mounting U.S. pressure under Donald Trump to ab

A little-known Spanish media outlet has thrown the Caucasus into turmoil with claims of a secret deal between Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the U.S. to build a “Trump Bridge” corridor linking Nakhchivan and mainland Azerbaijan. The report, denied by Yerevan, has ignited fierce debate, drawing in Russia, Iran, Turkey, and the EU, as Armenia weighs closer ties to the West amid a shifting balance of power in the region.

In August 2021, the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, leaving a power vacuum quickly filled by the Taliban. While the West turned away, Russia and China opted for diplomacy. This July, Moscow officially recognized the Taliban government, a former enemy once labeled terrorist. The move marks a major geopolitical shift, as Russia seeks influence in Central Asia and challenges Western dominance—betting on stability through cooperation, not war.

Ukraine’s new Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko faces the dual challenge of reforming the war-torn economy while maintaining the political direction set by President Zelensky. As a trusted ally and seasoned economic strategist, she is expected to deepen cooperation with Western allies, boost domestic arms production, and reduce reliance on foreign military aid—all while preparing the country for both prolonged conflict and eventual peace.

In the former Yugoslavia, mass gatherings—like Marko Perković Thompson’s Zagreb concert and student protests in Belgrade—are reigniting nationalist sentiments. Thompson, more than a musician, symbolizes disillusionment with Croatian politics. Meanwhile, Serbian student movements reveal deep frustrations with a state drifting further from Europe. Together, these events reflect a volatile regional identity crisis fueled by nostalgia and geopolitical anxiety.

The war in Ukraine has reached a prolonged stalemate with no major offensives but continued heavy fighting. While Trump and Putin negotiate, both sides are trying to gain leverage. Russia pushes in the east, aiming for key territories like Pokrovsk and Sumy, while Ukraine counters with innovation and growing domestic arms production. With U.S. aid uncertain and Europe stepping up, both sides seek stronger positions ahead of a possible ceasefire.

At the NATO summit in The Hague, Donald Trump celebrated a major shift in Western defense policy: European nations committed to spending at least 5% of their GDP on defense by 2035. This marks a historic change in the transatlantic alliance, with the U.S. preparing to pivot toward the Pacific and China. Despite resistance from some members, Trump claimed victory, emphasizing shared burdens and redefining NATO's future.

Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist backed by AOC, is shaking up New York’s mayoral race—challenging party orthodoxy, calling for rent freezes, taxing the wealthy, and rethinking U.S. policy on Israel. His bold platform has drawn fierce opposition from political elites and billionaires alike, yet energized a new generation of voters. If elected, Mamdani could redefine the future of American urban politics.

Yugoslav successor states’ EU path spans decades. Critics claim Brussels & European powers actively block accession using local proxies.

London summit seals UK-EU defense & trade pact to counter Russia, ease post-Brexit friction. Starmer navigates Trump pressures. #BrexitReset

Putin’s Moscow parade drew 29 delegations, signaling his global reach despite Western isolation and ongoing war in Ukraine.

Friedrich Merz (CDU) leads Germany’s SPD-backed coalition, defying Trump-aligned AfD. Pledges EU sovereignty, Ukraine support, and resistance to far-right influence. Balkan implications loom.

Meloni & Trump unite to reshape right-wing politics, blending nationalism and populism to counter progressive movements. Implications for EU-US relations and global conservatism?

Student protests unravel EU-Russia narratives. Who is Vučić’s geopolitical charade meant to deceive—Brussels or the Kremlin?

Russia and Iran ink a strategic pact, deepening ties as both navigate high-stakes negotiations with Washington and the West.