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Whether the EU has the political willpower to realign itself more closely with the world’s underprivileged is an open question.

Global Europe 2: The price to be paid if the EU falls behind

By: EBR | Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Europe’s dwindling international influence has been a leitmotif of the 21st century

That attack came on an unprecedented scale, exposing Israel’s vulnerability in the eyes of its strongest enemies, including Hezbollah and Iran.

Hamas’ Brutal Attack Could Have Been Avoided

By: EBR | Friday, October 13, 2023

The unprecedented and unimaginable attack by Hamas, from the land, air and sea must have taken months to plan, train and prepare for execution

“Iran may have provided the know-how, the training, some of the financing, some of the parts, but I do not think they took any direct part in the operations or conflict [due to the major difficulties in coordination between fighters of different backgrounds],” Sarraf, who served as defence minister between 2016 and 2019, said.

Lebanese ex-defence minister: Iran won’t be involved, but regional escalation possible

By: EBR | Thursday, October 12, 2023

Iran, the main sponsor of the militant Islamist group Hamas, is unlikely to get involved in the ongoing war in the Middle East, but significant instability could still spread across the region, former Lebanese defence minister

“It is envisaged that the ACRA would provide balanced and comprehensive opinions on African credit instruments to support affordable access to capital and the development of domestic financial markets,” the report states.

The African Union wants to create its own credit rating agency

By: EBR | Thursday, October 12, 2023

The African Union plans to create a new sovereign credit rating agency that it says could provide more accurate risk assessments for governments across the continent

In sum, the outcome of these elections could be crucial, not only for Taiwan’s political future, but also for the trajectory of U.S./China great power rivalry.

The Battle Over Taiwan

By: EBR | Thursday, October 12, 2023

Taiwan has become a major battleground in the great power rivalry between China and the United States

The attempt met strong opposition from other EU member states, which felt a clear statement of solidarity with Israel was more important after the Hamas incursions killed more than 800 people, including 260 at a rave party, and captured dozens of hostages, EU diplomats said.

EU faces rift over Palestine aid, stance on Israel war with Hamas

By: EBR | Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Divisions among EU member states and a lack of convergence from EU institutions were on display over plans to halt aid to Palestine in response to Saturday’s attack on Israel by Hamas

Understandably, the country is calling for revenge and a moment of national unity is prevailing as Israel’s military forces prepare to strike back in Gaza with all their might after Hamas’s murderous crimes against Israeli civilians.

Europe’s Moment of Powerlessness in the Middle East

By: EBR | Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Sidelined in the region, Europe is unlikely to have its voice heard amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas confrontation

After the March Saudi-Iran agreement, which China brokered, Chinese media hailed Beijing’s rising profile in a region long dominated by Washington. Wang Yi, China’s top diplomat, said the country would continue to play a constructive role in handling global “hotspot issues”.

Middle East crisis tests limits of China’s diplomatic push

By: EBR | Tuesday, October 10, 2023

When China announced a surprise deal restoring ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran this year, it signalled Beijing’s desire to be a diplomatic heavyweight in the Middle East

Poland also remains Ukraine’s most loyal ally and has said it will support Kyiv as long as it takes. This is a serious statement that speaks to the bond between the countries.

The Polish-Ukrainian Bond Is Here to Stay

By: EBR | Tuesday, October 10, 2023

The last year and a half has been a honeymoon period in Polish-Ukrainian relations

No wonder that even Britons who are keen to remove Sunak are more concerned about the prospect of Trump returning to the White House—and often add: “obviously.”

Britain’s Two Main Parties Are Trapped

By: EBR | Friday, September 29, 2023

Once an important bridge between the EU and the United States, the UK today has waning global influence and a weakening economy

The updated roadmap incorporates changes that have happened in the energy sector since 2021, including clean energy technology growth, as well as continued high emissions and increased fossil fuels investment, a press release from the IEA said.

IEA: Clean energy investment must reach $4.5 trillion per year by 2030 to limit warming to 1.5°C

By: EBR | Friday, September 29, 2023

IEA’s Net Zero Roadmap says limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is still possible, but investment in clean energy needs to reach $4.5 trillion per year by 2030

As a truly global institution, the UN can serve as a champion of progress. Therefore, Taiwan calls on the UN to uphold its principle of leaving no one behind.

Taiwan can complete the UN

By: EBR | Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Why deprive the world of the benefits from Taiwan?

On September 19, Azerbaijan used military force to retake the Armenian-populated territory of Nagorny Karabakh, crossing a red line drawn for it by both the European Union and the United States.

The EU and Azerbaijan: Time to Talk Tough

By: EBR | Tuesday, September 26, 2023

The events of the last week are triggering a debate on the need for a deep reset of Europe’s policy toward Azerbaijan

The decision to release funds, previously frozen since December 2022 in response to the Taliban’s decision to ban women from working in NGOs, comes after six months of monitoring and assessment of the “for women by women” principle.

EU releases €140 million to support the Afghan people, in particular women and girls

By: EBR | Friday, September 22, 2023

The European Union has agreed to release €140 million of basic needs and livelihoods assistance in the fields of education, health, agriculture and women’s economic empowerment in Afghanistan

For almost nine months, Azerbaijan has imposed a blockade on the Lachin Corridor, the only land route into the ethnic-Armenian enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh – also known as Artsakh – which is effectively under siege.

Lachin corridor needs more than EU tunnel vision

By: EBR | Monday, September 18, 2023

In 1992, images of emaciated Bosnian men and boys in a Bosnian-Serb concentration camp shocked the world

Countries in the Middle East are also denting the status quo of the multilateral institutions and America’s weakening role in the region. A detente is emerging between Saudi Arabia and Iran, while Iran is supplying weapons to Russia.

The West Is Losing Ground in Multilateral Fora

By: EBR | Tuesday, September 12, 2023

By refusing to openly condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, G20 leaders exposed the divisions in and limits of multilateral institutions

While this first anniversary will gather some news coverage in Western media, it is not the most decisive element for developments in and around Iran. Instead, the country’s becoming a global challenge necessitates a wholesale rethink of the EU’s respective policy.

Iran Is a Geopolitical Challenge for Europe

By: EBR | Thursday, September 7, 2023

September 16 will mark one year since the death of Mahsa Jina Amini in police custody, which sparked the “Woman, Life, Freedom” uprising in Iran

"We are stronger together. Now is the time to act on this fundamental principle by including Taiwan."

Unite for Peace in the World and Taiwan’s Inclusion in the UN

By: EBR | Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a reminder of how autocracies care little about causing death and destruction

An aspect of the conflict that has attracted little attention is the speed at which Russia is shrinking.

Putin’s failed "people grab" in Ukraine signals Russia’s defeat

By: EBR | Tuesday, September 5, 2023

If the aim of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was to recreate the ‘Greater Russia’ of Soviet and Tsarist times, he lost his war before it began

New research seen by this website reveals the full extent of the relative “brain drain” from London to Dubai.

Cost of living: London vs Dubai

By: EBR | Monday, August 28, 2023

The World Cup last December saw several significant economic spin offs for Arab World countries and Dubai has also been able to enjoy a considerable boost

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