Trump’s Theatrical Peace in an Era of Global Multilateralism
Real peace is a slow, multidimensional process rooted in collective institutions. What radiates from the White House today is the opposite.
From the Arab Spring to the Winter of Authoritarianism
Trump has pivoted from democracy to the ‘Arab way’ in the Middle East. This doesn’t just risk US moral credibility; it also sets the stage for the next wave of regional stability, with consequences that will reverberate for decades.
Israel’s Assault on Gaza’s Lifelines: Maritime Piracy that Threatens Global Security
From the Mavi Marmara in 2010 to the Madelene in 2025, Israel’s attacks on humanitarian ships form a consistent pattern—one that intensifies Gaza’s suffering and threatens the safety of international waters.
Stakes Remain High for Europe in Ukraine
The consequences of a Russian victory would be catastrophic for Ukrainians, devastating for European security, and destabilizing for the rest of the world. European governments cannot allow it to happen.
Trump 2.0 Is Disastrous for Europe in Every Way
The second Trump administration marks a turning point for Europe, one where the only way forward is to adopt a proactive and self-reliant approach to navigating the new normal of global geopolitics.
Iran’s Masoud Pezeshkian: The West’s Last Chance for Reconciliation
With the rise of Masoud Pezeshkian, Washington gets one more chance at a nuclear deal and reconciliation. Failure all but ensures a nuclear Iran and a slew of geopolitical setbacks for the West.
The Return of Trump: The End of NATO
Despite a strong display of bipartisan Congressional support for NATO last year, Donald Trump's potential re-election still represents an existential threat to the Alliance’s future.
Niger Coup Harkens Return to Cold War Geopolitics in Africa
Africa is becoming a geopolitical battleground, and one where the United States’ and Europe’s interests are not always aligned.
