Find out what lies behind the new escalation of the war in Ukraine. We bring an overview of the situation on the battlefield, Russian and Ukrainian claims of advances, new strikes on cities and infrastructure, and the reasons why negotiations with American mediation have stalled at a sensitive moment for Europe and world politics.
Find out what Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s CDU defeat in Baden-Württemberg means for the German government, the strengthening of the AfD and the balance of power ahead of new regional elections. We bring an overview of the results, political messages and possible consequences for Berlin, the German economy and broader European politics.
Find out how the regional escalation further worsened the crisis in Gaza, slowed humanitarian aid, and raised new questions about the role of Hamas, the situation at the crossings, and the sustainability of the international plan for the enclave’s reconstruction and political stabilization.
Find out what the new British definition of anti-Muslim hatred brings, why it has sparked political and legal disputes, and how the debate over protecting Muslims, freedom of speech and possible abuses is spreading beyond the United Kingdom.
Find out how Mark Carney came close to a parliamentary majority in Canada and why a more stable government could be key to responding to American tariffs, trade pressure, and increasingly pronounced geopolitical shocks that are reshaping relations in North America.
Find out what the new UN investigation assessment on Ukrainian children taken to Russia brings, why crimes against humanity are being mentioned, and how this changes the diplomatic and legal pressure on Moscow. We provide an overview of the key findings, reactions, and possible consequences for future negotiations.