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Allies but not Equals: American Weapon Diplomacy at Play
16+ hour, 12+ min ago (835+ words) Modern Diplomacy Allies but not Equals: American Weapon Diplomacy at Play The norm of selectively sharing niche technologies by major powers as per their national interests instead of pursuing collective interests is becoming increasingly common. In George Orwell’s Animal Farm,…...
Is Central Asia Finally Breaking Free from Russia’s Strategic Shadow?
15+ hour, 49+ min ago (648+ words) For decades, geography gave Russia an enormous advantage in Central Asia. Much of the region’s trade with Europe travelled north through Russian territory, while pipelines, railways and Soviet-era infrastructure kept the five former Soviet republics closely connected to Moscow. Today,…...
Japan's Two-Track China Strategy Is a Model for US Allies
16+ hour, 14+ min ago (977+ words) Japan’s Two-Track China Strategy Is a Model for US Allies Modern Diplomacy Japan’s Two-Track China Strategy Is a Model for US Allies Tokyo won't back down on Taiwan, but its lawmakers are quietly courting Beijing. Why Japan's dual-track China strategy…...
Why Failed Coups Make Sahel Juntas Stronger, Not Weaker
19+ hour, 20+ min ago (1008+ words) Modern Diplomacy Why Failed Coups Make Sahel Juntas Stronger, Not Weaker Niger's foiled mutiny wasn't a close call for its junta — it was the fourth Sahel coup attempt in three years that ended up entrenching the ruler it targeted. Here's…...
Can a Social Media Ban Really Protect Children?
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (329+ words) The real problem is not at what age children should first use social media, but whether they have the ability to face the digital world before doing so. Children’s mental health is worsening, internet addiction is increasing, and platforms use…...
Who Will Lead the UN After Guterres? The Race Nobody Is Watching Closely Enough
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (1179+ words) Modern Diplomacy Who Will Lead the UN After Guterres? The Race Nobody Is Watching Closely Enough When António Guterres's second term expires on 31 December 2026, the United Nations will not simply be changing its chief executive. It will be handing the…...
The Hidden Bill Behind Europe's Defense Spending Boom
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (997+ words) The Hidden Bill Behind Europe’s Defense Spending Boom Modern Diplomacy The Hidden Bill Behind Europe’s Defense Spending Boom NATO's 5% target gets covered as a strategic win. The real story is who's paying for it — Germany in cut pensions and a…...
How Two EU Vetoes Are Quietly Handing Russia a Win in the Sanctions War
3+ day, 50+ min ago (553+ words) Modern Diplomacy How Two EU Vetoes Are Quietly Handing Russia a Win in the Sanctions War EU sanctions decisions require unanimity among all 27 members, and unanimity means any single government has leverage. $4,334 (gold, per ounce, near record) · $200bn (Russian reserves frozen…...
Did Morocco Orchestrate the Ceuta Border Surge? Spain Says No Evidence
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (560+ words) Spain has found no evidence that Moroccan authorities planned or orchestrated the massive migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in July, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez told parliament. His comments come amid conflicting accounts over whether the unprecedented border…...
Iran Warns US Over Potential Israeli Offensive in Southern Lebanon
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (657+ words) Iran has warned the United States that it would respond forcefully if Israel launches a major offensive against the Ali al Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, where Iranian Revolutionary Guard personnel are reportedly positioned alongside Hezbollah fighters. The warning highlights…...