Israel Moves as Syria Shifts
Following Assad’s ousting, Israel deployed troops along its border with Syria, initiating strikes and pressuring opposition leaders for security assurances.
Europe
Critical Kosovo Water Canal Damaged in Late-Night Blast
A powerful explosion Friday damaged the Ibër-Lepenc canal, vital for drinking water and energy production, amid escalating tensions in northern Kosovo
The Election That Could Alter Europe’s Eastern Border
Georgia’s pivotal election is a test of democracy as fear, violence, and Kremlin influence threaten to pull the country away from Europe’s embrace.
Bosnian Defence Chief Warns of Secessionist Dangers
Bosnia’s fragile peace is threatened by rising nationalism, genocide denial, and secessionist rhetoric, as Defence Minister Zukan Helez prepares to defend the nation’s sovereignty.
Edi Rama’s Albania: How a Promised Democracy Turned Into a Mafia State
Edi Rama, Albania's prime minister, has transformed his regime into a mafia state, blending organised crime with politics, while Western powers remain disturbingly complicit.
Outlook
Trump’s War on the Press: A Threat to Democracy
Trump’s combative interactions with the press revealed his authoritarian instincts—undermining journalism, democracy, and seeking to delegitimise any scrutiny of his power.
Diplomat or Politician? The Misadventures of Jeff Hovenier in Kosovo
Ambassador Hovenier, overstepping diplomatic boundaries, undermines Kosovo's sovereignty by interfering in its internal decisions—aligning dangerously with interests favoring Kremlin-backed Belgrade.
Misinformation Sparks UK Racist Riots
Nigel Farage, Andrew Tate, and Katie Hopkins’s pro-Putin rhetoric and inflammatory statements align with Russian disinformation tactics, contributing to societal division and destabilisation in the UK
Kasanof’s Appointment: Testing U.S. Integrity in the Balkans
Alexander "Sasha" Kasanof's appointment as U.S. envoy to the Balkans brings hopes for renewed diplomacy amid concerns about impartiality and navigating complex geopolitical challenges.
Middle East
One Year of Unrelenting Grief: The Global Response to October 7, 2023
The October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and Israel's retaliation sparked a violent cycle, leaving over 41,800 dead. World leaders, blinded by political allegiance, have enabled Israel's genocidal policies, invoking the Holocaust to justify ongoing atrocities.
ICJ Orders Israel to Halt Rafah Offensive Amid Genocide Claims
The ICJ orders Israel to halt its Rafah offensive, citing humanitarian disaster and genocide claims, amid escalating tensions and international condemnation. Israel rejects the ruling.
Ukrainian residents struggle to repair homes destroyed by Russian missiles before winter
Residents in Borodyanka, Ukraine, struggle to prevent the collapse of their damaged apartment complex, a haunting reminder of the devastation caused by Russian airstrikes.
World
A Nation on Edge: Fear and Hope Collide as America Votes
America decides its future: a fractured nation, split visions, and an election day charged with fear, hope, and high-stakes anticipation.
Labour’s Resurgence: A New Era for Britain
The Conservative Party's fourteen-year rule left Britain with deep economic inequalities, eroded democratic values, and social divisions. Labour's victory promises a new era of renewal and unity.
Julian Assange Released After Five-Year Imprisonment in UK
Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder, has been freed after five years in a British prison, following a deal with US authorities to plead guilty to charges.
Russian Warships in Cuba: A Bold Show of Force Near US Waters
Four Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, anchor in Cuba, signalling a bold show of force amid rising tensions with the West over Ukraine.