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Recognising the need for a voice to address such challenges, the European Cancer Organisation (ECO) has created a new “Focused Topic Network on Emergencies and Crises” so that the cancer community can “better anticipate and prepare for the urgent needs of cancer patients in emergency situations.”

Action plan set to be unveiled to help cancer patients in conflict zones

By: EBR | Thursday, November 21, 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have had a significant impact on cancer patients

But to what extent is China “the problem” regarding critical mineral supply chains? This question should not be addressed through a one-sided, geopolitical lens; it requires a more nuanced understanding of China’s multifaceted critical mineral strategies.

Why China’s critical mineral strategy goes beyond geopolitics

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 19, 2024

China’s position at the centre of global supply chains and current geopolitical tensions have led major economies to start “de-risking” from China

During his visit to South America, Macron stated at Buenos Aires airport that France would not “sign the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement as it stands,” a stance shared across French political parties.

France won’t sign EU-Mercosur agreement, confirms Emmanuel Macron

By: EBR | Monday, November 18, 2024

As expected, France will not sign the free trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur in its current form, President Emmanuel Macron announced

This calls for a recalibration of the transatlantic relationship, particularly as China emerges as the central challenge in trade, technology, and security, which have been pillars of the Euro-American alliance.

Toward a Transatlantic Deal on China

By: EBR | Thursday, November 14, 2024

When it comes to China, the United States and Europe seem to increasingly be on a collision course

Canada, rich with high-grade deposits, could become a nuclear “superpower”. But can its potential be realised?

Why Canada could become the next nuclear energy ’superpower’

By: EBR | Thursday, November 14, 2024

Uranium is making a comeback thanks to a renewed focus on nuclear energy as a climate crisis solution

Nasa’s Uranus probe is expected to arrive by 2045, which is when scientists hope to find out whether these far-flung icy moons, once thought of as being dead worlds, might have the possibility of being home to life.

New study on moons of Uranus raises chance of life

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 12, 2024

The planet Uranus and its five biggest moons may not be the dead sterile worlds that scientists have long thought

If Trump does not want to go down as a loser, and that is against his elemental nature, he must be sure that he defines his key opponent. Only amateurs believe that Trump sees the rest of the Republican field – “losers” as he called them – as his opposing number.

Trump’s Winning Formula In 10 Points: A Political Psychogram of the 2016 Race

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Men fear failing their families as providers. Trump casts himself subliminally as a super-provider

In South Sudan, adultery is criminalized with severe consequences — including fines, imprisonment, public humiliation and even death in extreme cases.

Decriminalizing Adultery in South Sudan

By: EBR | Monday, November 11, 2024

As South Sudan emerges from the shadows of conflict, it faces an opportunity to redefine justice for its citizens

UK exports to the world could fall more than 2.6% due to lower trade with the US and knock-on effects globally, economists at the University of Sussex’s Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP) said.

Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports

By: EBR | Monday, November 11, 2024

The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump imposes a blanket 20% tariff on all imports into the US, according to a new analysis

Donald Trump and the Republicans are mistakenly considered by Europe as less predictable compared to Kamala Harris and the Democrats.

US Republicans are serious about Europe

By: EBR | Monday, November 11, 2024

The results of the US elections are expected to bring about a major shift in global politics and Europe will be heavily affected

But voters consistently and repeatedly said issue No. 1 this election was the economy.

What just happened? It was the economy, stupid

By: EBR | Thursday, November 7, 2024

Donald Trump’s decisive election victory was about many things: a global rejection of incumbents, a rise in the Republican electorate and a battle for the future of America’s democracy

Any surrender of Ukrainian territory would allow Vladimir Putin to claim victory in redrawing Europe’s borders by force, and subjugating a sovereign UN member state—a precedent with grave implications, including for the South China Sea.

Behind the Scenes, Preparations for Russia-Ukraine Negotiations

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 5, 2024

A sobering diplomatic reality increasingly lurks behind the West’s lofty statements of support for Ukraine

Sandu won 55% of the vote, according to preliminary results, and in a late-night speech on Sunday she promised to be president for all Moldovans.

Pro-EU leader wins Moldova election despite alleged Russian meddling

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Moldova’s pro-EU President Maia Sandu has claimed a second term after a tense election run-off seen as a choice between Europe and Russia

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said the situation on the front line “remains difficult” and certain areas “require constant renewal of resources of Ukrainian units” in a statement on Telegram Saturday morning.

Ukraine facing ‘one of the most powerful’ Russian offensives of the war, commander warns, as Moscow claims gains in east

By: EBR | Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Ukraine’s army chief has warned that his forces are facing “one of the most powerful Russian offensives” since the start of the war

As a result, leaders will not only need to address specific challenges but do so while finding agreement to build a global framework for promoting peace and prosperity in place of the aggression and economic uncertainty we are now experiencing.

5 geopolitical questions for 2025

By: EBR | Monday, November 4, 2024

If 2024 was the year of elections, 2025 will be the year of questions

It was the Trump Administration that negotiated U.S. capitulation to the Taliban in the Doha agreement of February 2020.

Eight Trump Foreign Policy Disasters U.S. Voters Should Keep in Mind

By: EBR | Monday, November 4, 2024

If past is prologue, a Trump victory would be calamitous for U.S. global leadership

Once polls close, depending on how close the contest is, it is possible a winner will not be projected for several hours, days or even weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

When will we know who has won the US election?

By: EBR | Monday, November 4, 2024

Americans are voting for their next president in a general election that culminates on Tuesday 5 November

Georgian Dream, Georgia’s tired, angry, and increasingly authoritarian ruling party, claimed victory in the country’s October 26 parliamentary election.

Georgia’s Dangerous Moment Is a Challenge for the EU

By: EBR | Friday, November 1, 2024

Just because you could see it coming, it does not make the situation any better

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell will meet his Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya, who told reporters this week that the pact comes "as Japan and the EU face an increasingly challenging security environment".

Japan, EU to announce new defence pact

By: EBR | Friday, November 1, 2024

Japan and the European Union were set to announce a new security partnership which local media said would include more joint military drills

Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaking alongside Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and their South Korean counterparts in Washington, said the troops have been trained “in artillery, UAVs, basic infantry operations, including trench clearing, indicating that they fully intend to use these forces in frontline operations.”

US says it expects North Korean troops to enter combat against Ukraine in the coming days

By: EBR | Friday, November 1, 2024

As many as 8,000 North Korean troops are in Russia’s Kursk region and are expected to enter combat against Ukraine in the coming days, top US officials announced

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A UK-US deal sounds good but what does it mean

By: N. Peter Kramer

After Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s visit to the White House in February, the UK delegation referred to what was being negotiated as an "economic deal"