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Another UK-EU reset, another empty promise?

UK Ferry Biedermann - April 9, 2026.

One of the biggest gripes of voters in a wide swathe of Western democracies appears to be the utter fecklessness of politicians – the perception...

The longest hours – What caused the breakthrough that led to the Iran War ceasefire?

Middle East Nawaf Obaid - April 8, 2026.

On 7 April, Islamabad became the last barrier between the Middle East and a war that would have rapidly spiralled beyond anyone’s ability to control.  By...

Three scenarios for post-election Hungary

EU Stephen Holmes - April 8, 2026.

On April 12, Hungarians will vote in an election whose outcome may already be decided—and whose meaning will become clear only after the ballots are...

The marmalade factor: the UK, EU and Trump’s war of choice

UK Harvey Morris - April 8, 2026.

As war continued to rage across the Middle East, some of the UK’s shrillest political voices have been engaged in a bitter battle to preserve...

Can Taiwan opposition leader's visit to China reduce tensions?

China TA | AP Insight - April 7, 2026.

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace”...

Europe constrained by unfavourable options in the Hormuz crisis

Middle East Tomorrow's Affairs Staff - April 7, 2026.

Emmanuel Macron stated in Seoul on 2 April that a military opening of Hormuz is not a realistic option and that passage can only be...

What are the obstacles facing India on its path to becoming a global innovation capital?

India Shashi Tharoor - April 7, 2026.

India has long been portrayed as a low‑cost back office for international businesses. This was always something of a caricature, but it is especially inaccurate today....

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