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Press briefing ahead of President António Costa's 'Tour des Capitales'

Europäischer Rat (Nachrichten) - Thu, 27/08/2026 - 10:30
The press briefing ahead of European Council President António Costa's upcoming 'Tour des Capitales' across EU member states will take place on Monday, 24 August at 14:30.

The ‘Stability-Instability Paradox’ Comes for Markets

Foreign Policy - Thu, 27/08/2026 - 06:01
This is not yet an economic catastrophe, but it could very easily become one.

India Is Sticking With America—For Now

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 27/08/2026 - 06:00
But Trump’s coercion could force Modi’s Hand.

The Impossible Middle East

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 27/08/2026 - 06:00
After the Iran war, the region has no good options.

Iran, Oman Agree to Temporary Strait of Hormuz Deal

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 22:48
Tehran vows to keep the waterway closed if Washington does not accept its terms.

What an Extradition Trial Reveals About Moscow’s Influence in Africa

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 21:50
New details have emerged about a network of pro-Russian actors in the Sahel and beyond.

Remembering a Genocide: The View From the Rohingya Camps

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 21:19
Nine years on, Rohingya refugees still wait for justice and home. But they haven't given up hope.

Flash Flood Devastates China-Nepal Border Region

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 18:39
The flood, centered on Nepal's Rasuwa District and China's Gyirong County, killed at least 160 people, with 900 still missing.

The U.K. Is Falling for Palantir’s Salesmanship

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 17:44
Fantasy, not practicality, is driving bad deals.

AI Is Lowering the Barriers to China’s Information Warfare Against Japan

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 17:03
China-linked influence operators are increasingly using AI to craft more effective disinformation campaigns. 

How Taiwan Became Singapore’s Largest Trading Partner 

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 15:30
Economic ties are increasingly important, but Singapore cannot, and will not, become a defender of Taiwan's international status.

Why Iran Might Escalate

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 15:03
As Trump’s economic warfare takes its toll, Tehran will be tempted to go on the offensive in search of greater leverage

Why Iceland Might Finally Join the EU

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:45
The Nordic country has long evaded the bloc. After a referendum on Saturday, that might change.

The South China Sea and the Philippines’ Defense Strategies 

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:43
Insights from Su Mon and Tomas Buenaventura.

The Iran War Is Disrupting Trade Connectivity Across Eurasia

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:05
Central Asia aims to benefit from Iranian ports and railroads have been disrupted by the ongoing conflict. 

JASDF Fighter Jets to Visit India for First Time

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:03
Three F-2A fighters will fly to India via Okinawa and Thailand for Veer Guardian 26, with the U.S. Air Force providing support including aerial refueling.

Is Europe Ready for a New Era of Russian Dirty Tricks?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 11:49
After the Kremlin’s failure in Ukraine, Putin’s new plan aims westward.

Tarun Tejpal’s Conviction and India’s Discussions About the ‘Perfect Rape Victim’

TheDiplomat - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 11:16
It has also reignited debates around the role of the liberal media when the accused is one of their own.

America Doesn’t Need More Nuclear Weapons

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 06:00
Expanding the stockpile could weaken deterrence.

The Future of Ukraine’s Drone Democracy

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 26/08/2026 - 06:00
Transforming the military has changed the war—and upended politics.

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