Category: World

Summary: At least 48 civilians have been killed in Cameroon following a violent crackdown on protests against the re-election of President Paul Biya, according to United Nations sources. The 92-year-old leader has been declared winner of the October 12, 2025 presidential election, securing an unprecedented eighth term in office, while opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary […]

Twenty-five years ago, on October 31, 2000, the United Nations unanimously adopted its landmark security council resolution 1325 (WPS 1325). The resolution on women, peace and security reaffirmed “the important role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts, peace negotiations, peace-building, peacekeeping, humanitarian response and in post-conflict reconstruction”. It also stressed the “importance […]

Communities in Jamaica affected by Hurricane Melissa will receive targeted support from HMS Trent, which sailed to storm-damaged Falmouth today with specialist personnel and equipment.   HMS Trent, a British-built Offshore Patrol Vessel, carries a 75 strong crew, including specialist engineers who will deploy ashore to provide technical expertise in support of recovery efforts. Their work […]

In August 2025, Spain suffered its worst heatwave since records began. It reinforced the fact that climate change is no longer a distant threat – it is real and present, and is directly impacting our cities, our health… and property prices. Our recent study offers an eye-opening look at how increasing temperatures are impacting Spain’s […]

  The Commission has adopted the 2025 enlargement reports, which offer a detailed assessment of the state of play and the progress made by those that applied for EU membership. The reports also provide guidance on key reforms for each enlargement partner to meet on the path towards the EU. The reports cover Montenegro Albania Ukraine the Republic […]

Summary: Business sentiment and tech adoption are accelerating across Africa ahead of major investment and innovation forums, while geopolitics and security remain volatile from Sudan to Somalia. Human rights concerns intensify in Tanzania following contested elections and internet blackouts, as Sierra Leone steers the UN Security Council toward Africa-focused priorities. Business Tech Geopolitics Security Human […]

Summary: Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris TD has announced the creation of a dedicated Office of Veterans Affairs, fulfilling a key recommendation of the Commission on the Defence Forces and a commitment in the Programme for Government. The new office, based within the Department of Defence, will coordinate services and policies for Defence […]

Judges Order Trump Administration to Tap Emergency Funds for SNAP Amid Shutdown Summary: Two federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to use emergency reserves to continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. The rulings ensure that food benefits for more than 42 million Americans will not be cut […]

Summary: Chinese President Xi Jinping will host King Felipe VI of Spain in Beijing from November 10–13, 2025, marking the Spanish monarch’s first state visit to China since his accession in 2014 and the first by a Spanish king in 18 years. The visit is expected to strengthen the China–Spain comprehensive strategic partnership, with talks […]

Summary: U.S. President Donald Trump will host the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan in Washington on Thursday, November 6, 2025, for a C5+1 summit marking the forum’s tenth anniversary. The meeting is expected to focus on security, trade, critical minerals, and human rights, underscoring Washington’s renewed engagement with the region. Washington, D.C. […]