Category: World

European leaders are scrambling to respond to what looks like the end of reliable US protection of the continent. It is unclear what the “main European countries” (which includes the UK) might be able to agree at a hastily convened meeting in Paris on Monday February 17. But individual countries, including the UK and Germany, […]

Kalob Byers, the 28-year-old American citizen who had been detained in Russia on drug smuggling charges earlier this month, has been released, according to a statement from Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. Speaking to Russia’s RBK news agency, Peskov confirmed the release and indicated that discussions between the U.S. and Russia regarding broader relations could follow […]

Picture by Jonathan Goldenberg, CC BY-NC-ND Picture a primordial Earth: a world of muted browns, greys and greens. Fast forward to today, and Earth teems with a kaleidoscope of colours. From the stunning feathers of male peacocks to the vivid blooms of flowers, the story of how Earth became colourful is one of evolution. But […]

European nations, led by the UK and France, are quietly working on a plan to deploy troops to Ukraine following a potential peace agreement with Russia. The move is part of an ongoing effort to ensure post-war security in the region, with officials acknowledging the need for some form of military presence to guarantee Ukraine’s […]

U.S. and Russian officials are set to begin negotiations today in Saudi Arabia, aiming to explore the possibility of a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. These talks come just days after former President Donald Trump revealed he had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin, intensifying attention on the diplomatic efforts. The discussions come in […]

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called on the Taliban to immediately lift its restrictive ban on political and economic broadcasts by Afghan media outlets. The Taliban’s prohibition, which mandates prior approval from authorities for any political or economic content, has sparked widespread concern about the growing suppression of press freedom in Afghanistan. Since […]

Russia’s increasing military influence in the Sahel region, marked by the modernisation of key Libyan bases like Maaten al-Sarra, Al-Jufra, and Al-Khadim, has raised alarms about a shift toward a potentially unbalanced geopolitical landscape. With the strategic positioning of these bases providing Russia direct access to the Sahel and Central Africa, Moscow’s influence is growing. […]

Many believe that a child’s creativity can only bloom in the warmth of a loving, nurturing and supportive household. While artistic talent can flourish in comfortable surroundings, research has shown that this is not always the case. Paradoxical though it may seem, studies have found that many creative people had difficult childhoods. Indeed, many well-known […]

On the anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death, which followed years of persecution by the Kremlin, we again extend our condolences to his family. We reiterate that the ultimate responsibility for his death lies with the Russian authorities. One year on, Russia’s dire human rights record continues to deteriorate. The Kremlin crushes peaceful dissent, maintains a […]

The Commission has outlined plans to boost competitiveness, enhance security and strengthen economic resilience this year, with the announcement of its 2025 work programme. This is accompanied by a plan to reduce administrative burdens and simplify EU rules. Every year, the Commission sets out a list of actions it will take in the following year. This […]