Tag: Europe

As Russia Escalates Strikes on Ukraine, U.S. Silence Undermines Ceasefire Hopes

[Nicholas Lovric] When Trump refuses to name the aggressor, delays sanctions or downplays the stakes, he does more than fail diplomatically; he feeds the very aggression he claims he wants to end.

Rethinking Responsibility in Russia-Ukraine War

[David Jonathan Miller] In pointing fingers at not just Russia but also Ukraine and the U.S., Trump is not absolving anyone but he is challenging a narrative that often oversimplifies the complexities of modern warfare.

Tariffs, Turmoil and a Brewing Economic Crisis

[Zephyr Quinn] This is no repeat of 2008 or 2020. In those moments, the world acted as one. Today, it fragments. In those crises, the U.S. extended its hand. Now, it points fingers.

Trump’s Ceasefire Diplomacy for Russia-Ukraine War, and the Global Fallout

[Nicholas Lovric] Trump's efforts, while consistent with his "America First" rhetoric, may ultimately undermine both Ukraine’s sovereignty and the broader interests of the West.

Here’s Why the U.S. Must Continue Its Commitment to Ukraine

[Nicholas Lovric] Disruptions in global energy supplies, mass displacement of populations and destabilization of trade routes are just a few of the potential consequences if Russia's aggression is not contained.

Europe’s Path to Sovereignty, Security and Self-Reliance

[Lucas Dupont] As the continent faces a range of destabilizing factors, it’s clear that Europe’s future stability depends on its ability to act autonomously, without excessive reliance on the United States.

Here’s Why UN Secretary-General Joined Putin at BRICS Summit in Russia

[Bahauddin Foizee] Critics who expect Guterres to unambiguously condemn Russia or support one side are overlooking the necessity of dialogue in conflict resolution.

Arctic Front: Sino-Russian Cooperation and U.S. Concerns

[Nicholas Lovric] The Arctic is not merely a remote expanse of ice; it is a frontier of opportunity and competition, demanding our attention now more than ever.

Implications of Ukrainians Using Indian Weapons against Russians

[Nicholas Lovric] Indian ammunition, initially sold to Italy and the Czech Republic, is now in the hands of Ukrainian forces. [...] If verified, this could signal not only a shift in the battlefield but also a strain in a historically strong relationship with Moscow.

Iran’s Missiles to Russia Have Significant Implications for the U.S.

[Nicholas Lovric] Both Iran and Russia share a common adversary in the West, and their deepening cooperation serves as a challenge to the U.S. influence in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Why British Youth are Unhappier Than Their European Peers?

[Natalie Morales] The influence of social media cannot be ignored either. The constant exposure to curated, idealized images online has a detrimental effect on self-esteem, particularly among girls. The comparison culture fostered by social media intensifies feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction, further undermining youth happiness.