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The time, when only a straight man can become the German Federal President is over
German presidential elections of February are getting closer and even though any official candidates have not been nominated yet, the discussions show in a pleasant way that nowadays a straight man is not the only possible president candidate anymore.
The Warsaw Defence Plan Turns UK-Polish Partnership into Concrete European Security Capabilities
The Warsaw Defence Plan turns UK–Polish political commitments into concrete defence capabilities. Announced on 27 October 2026, it strengthens cooperation on air defence, drones, cyber, ammunition, and Baltic operations, reinforcing Britain’s post-Brexit role in European security. The Warsaw Defe…
Beijing pushes back on US criticism of Confucius Institute
Last week, the US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth had claimed that the Pentagon categorised the nationwide Confucius Institute as institutions that threaten Washington’s national security, calling them “propaganda cells” for China.
Iceland’s referendum: a setback for the EU’s ambitions in the Arctic
On August 29, the Icelandic people voted on a referendum whether to restart accession negotiations with the European Union. The “No” camp won, meaning that Iceland will not join the EU for the foreseeable future. This brief summarise the domestic debate within Iceland and will then focus on the r…
The Price of Public Order: Is France Putting the Right to Protest at Risk?
After the 17 and 24 October protests, the Senate adopted a bill making members of a group jointly liable for damage, while CCI France called for a ban on demonstrations. Where does human rights law set the limits?
One in Eight: Britain Cannot Afford a Lost Generation
The article argues that youth disengagement is not simply a matter of individual motivation, but a structural challenge involving education, healthcare, employment opportunities and government policy. It calls for practical reforms to help young people access meaningful education, training and em…
Kingmakers and A House Divided: A Hung Knesset and Two Possible Directions
Israel’s election has produced a hung Knesset, leaving Netanyahu as caretaker. What could a far-right Netanyahu coalition or an Arab-backed Eisenkot government would mean for Iran, Gaza and Israel’s allies?
The Price of Proximity? Consensus Developing at Iran’s Door
Qatar, long Iran’s quiet channel to Washington, is now setting conditions. As the region’s middle powers converge, Tehran’s Hormuz leverage is becoming a diplomatic liability.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Conducts Unexpected Visit to China
Kim Jong Un returned from a spontaneous one-day-visit to a Korean War memorial in the Chinese border city of Dandong on Sunday, 25th of October.
Ready for the Grey Zone? Assessing EU and NATO Response to Russian Hybrid Threats in the Baltics
This article examines how NATO and the EU could prevent, detect and respond to Russian hybrid threats in the Baltic states, focusing on sabotage, cyberattacks, disinformation and military incursions. It identifies coordination, attribution and decision-making as Europe’s main challenges and propo…
New report claims AI is being used in the Home Office without public knowledge.
A new report details how AI has become embedded in the Home Office’s operations, as critics accuse officials of dodging accountability.
No. 10 backtracks on the EU free movement referendum
As the United Kingdom government reevaluates years of their post-Brexit policy earlier this week, the UK prime minister states that he is open for debate regarding countries’ European prospects.
Germany’s Next Air-Defence Export: A Solution to Jet-Powered Attack Drones?
Cheap, mass-produced interceptors from Munich could help close Europe’s air-defence cost gap, and leave Berlin with a hard choice over selling them to Gulf states under Houthi attack.
A New Security Format? E3 + Italy and R4 Meet for the First Time in Istanbul
At a first-of-its-kind R4–E3 meeting in Istanbul, Wadephul prioritises shipping and food security. The format could give Europe a foothold in the emerging regional order, if it survives disagreements over Israel.
440kg, No Exit, No Verification: Iran Digs In on Uranium
By keeping its unverified 60% stockpile at home, Iran is turning nuclear ambiguity into insurance against renewed strikes.
France, Germany and Poland: Can Europe Fight Foreign Interference Without Silencing Democracy?
France, Germany and Poland have put foreign information manipulation on the European security agenda, and linked it to the Digital Services Act. But can a platform regulation really shield Europe from foreign interference?
When Code Meets Geopolitics: ‘php2shell’ and the Vulnerability of European Digital Infrastructure
The discovery of the critical “php2shell” vulnerability in PHP forced the UK government to offline 32 public services as a precautionary measure. As AI research tools compress response windows from weeks to hours, this briefing analyzes why open source code security and software supply chain resi…
Chinese Premier and Russian Prime Minister Reaffirm Close Partnership
Herein both countries have committed to collaborate in the United Nations Security Council, bilateral security commitments and a non-interference in internal affairs.
German ministers and military forces prepare for the “shadow war”
German military forces take precautions against the hybrid attacks from Russia. The internal threat scale is raised higher.
UK Foreign Policy and Atlantic Seabed Security Strategy
As subsea cables and pipelines face growing gray-zone vulnerabilities, the United Kingdom is deploying its ‘Hybrid Navy’ under the Atlantic Bastion framework to enhance NATO’s seabed surveillance and mitigate structural risks without escalating regional tensions.