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Tokayev, Iran, and the Erosion of Kazakhstan’s Multi-Vector Diplomacy

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 14:25
When a state consistently speaks of independence and equidistance, yet acts in a clearly asymmetrical manner in critical moments, geopolitical partners take note.

The Investment Implications of Japan’s Cross-Border Carbon Trade

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 14:00
One of Asia's most strategically significant decarbonization investment opportunities

Hongrie: la marche vers le pouvoir de Peter Magyar et les conséquences de la défaite de Viktor Orban

RFI (Europe) - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 13:48
Novice en politique, Peter Magyar, un conservateur pro-européen, a fait tomber le 12 avril par les urnes le régime de Viktor Orban, depuis seize ans au pouvoir. RFI a largement suivi la campagne électorale et vous a proposé plusieurs focus cette fin de semaine pour mieux comprendre les enjeux de ce scrutin législatif pour la Hongrie et pour l'Europe notamment.  

Which Asian Countries Are Most at Risk From the Iran Energy Shock?

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 13:26
Across Asia, factories are closing, flagship airlines are cutting routes, and people are lining up for hours to buy cooking gas, all because of the war in Iran.

How the Pentagon Can Manage the Risks of AI Warfare

Foreign Policy - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 12:00
If warfighters don’t trust the technology, they won’t use it.

Press release - Parliament to host a debate with Iranian opposition voices

Europäisches Parlament (Nachrichten) - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 11:45
On Wednesday at 14.30, MEPs and advocates for a free Iran will discuss the events unfolding in the country.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Why the US-Iran Talks in Pakistan Ended in a Deadlock

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 11:30
The expectation that the adversaries would reach a quick deal after weeks of a destructive war was always unrealistic.

M. Viktor Orbán reconnaît sa défaite

Le Monde Diplomatique - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 11:04
Le premier ministre de Hongrie, M. Viktor Orbán, a subi une large défaite aux élections législatives du dimanche 12 avril, qui ont connu une forte participation. Le parti Tisza (Respect et liberté, centre droit) de M. Péter Magyar remporte plus de la moitié des voix (53 %) et les deux tiers des (…)

Victoire de Peter Magyar en Hongrie: bol d'air en perspective pour l'Ukraine?

RFI (Europe) - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 10:48
La diplomatie ukrainienne a annoncé ce lundi la levée de la recommandation à ses ressortissants de ne pas voyager en Hongrie, après la victoire de Peter Magyar aux élections législatives en Hongrie. Son élection a été saluée dès dimanche par le président Zelensky qui a salué une « victoire éclatante ».

Press release - Press conference on the MFF with lead MEPs on Tuesday at 10:30

Europäisches Parlament (Nachrichten) - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 10:03
Parliament’s co-rapporteurs on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) will brief journalists ahead of a committee vote on Parliament’s negotiating position.
Committee on Budgets

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Philippines Says Any Joint Oil Exploration With China Will Follow Country’s Constitution

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:56
Last month, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that he was open to resumption of joint oil exploration in the disputed South China Sea.

Amb. Stephen Rapp on How the Ground Is Being Prepared for Ethnic Cleansing in India

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:37
“The non-stop incitement and conduct of anti-Muslim violence, in the absence of any accountability for perpetrators, has resulted in the normalization of persecution.”

Why the India-Bangladesh Ganges Treaty Renewal Must Deliver Real Security

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:27
The treaty will expire later this year. But it was not discussed during Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s recent visit to Delhi.

Three Indian Nationals Killed in Myanmar Civil War

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:15
The three men were captured by the rebel People’s Defense Army but subsequently tortured and killed by a rival outfit.

Cambodia : Cambodia's strategic airport battle behind broken security contract

Intelligence Online - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:00
The operator responsible for security at Techo International Airport (KTI) in Cambodia, Security Aviation Kampuchea (Sakam), is currently renegotiating the [...]

France/Ukraine : Currently busy striking Russia, Flamingo missile in the pink due to MBDA

Intelligence Online - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:00
The list of Ukrainian companies in Paris on 7 and 8 April to forge industrial partnerships with French firms was [...]

Belgium : Changes afoot at the EU's Intelligence and Situation Centre

Intelligence Online - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:00
Since late last year, the number two at the European Union Intelligence and Situation Centre (EU INTCEN) has been Dutch [...]

How to End the Iran Crisis

Foreign Affairs - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:00
Tehran needs positive incentives, not just pressure.

The Trouble With Permanent Alliances

Foreign Affairs - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 06:00
America’s pacts should have expiration dates.

Uncertainty Looms as US Sanctions Waiver for India Expires

TheDiplomat - Mon, 13/04/2026 - 05:23
The geopolitical uncertainties in the Gulf have created new opportunities for India and Russia to strengthen ties.

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