Houthi Attacks and Saudi Arabia’s Security Dilemma
Bringing maritime traffic in the Red Sea under Houthi control was intended to exert pressure not only on Saudi Arabia but also on global actors.
Economy
Europe’s Gen Z Protests Gain Momentum as Young People Demand Economic Change and Political Accountability
From France and Belgium to Serbia and Albania, a growing youth-led protest movement is challenging governments over rising living costs,…
The Social Impact of War in Iran: Fracture and Uncertainty
The Iranian people entered the February 2026 war carrying heavy problems and deep social wounds that had accumulated over many…
Experts Question Israel’s Ability to Achieve Regime Change in Iran
Israeli prime minister renews calls for overthrowing Tehran’s leadership ahead of elections, as analysts warn military superiority alone cannot guarantee…
Global Debt Surpasses $365 Trillion as Soaring Borrowing Costs Fuel Unrest Across Europe
Worldwide debt held by governments, businesses and households increased by approximately $10 trillion during the first half of 2026, reaching…
Thousands of Students and Teachers Protest in Greece as Europe’s Cost-of-Living Unrest Spreads
Housing affordability emerged as one of the central grievances among Greek students, many of whom say existing government assistance falls…
The World Economy Is Betting on AI. What If the Payoff Comes Late?
The biggest risk to the AI thesis may not be technological failure. It may be a timing mismatch between spending…
Trump’s Approval Rating Plunges to Historic Low Ahead of Midterm Elections
With Republicans facing the possibility of losing one or both chambers of Congress, the November elections are emerging as a…
With No October Surprise in Sight, Republicans Try to Save Themselves
The cracks in Republican Party unity in the U.S. extend far beyond fuel policy
Trump Announces Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire as Zelenskiy Awaits Details
Trump declared on his Truth Social platform that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt attacks on energy facilities, following…
Israel’s Strategy to Break Its Isolation in Latin America
Peru remains among the countries maintaining traditionally strong economic, technological and security cooperation with Israel.
Why Capital Markets Matter for National Development
In the Islamic world, the mudaraba partnership enabled investors and entrepreneurs to share profits and losses, supporting commerce across vast…
Ethiopian PM Abiy Demands Red Sea Access as Regional Tensions Rise
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has renewed his call for access to the Red Sea.
Global Meat Supply Faces Growing Pressure as Cattle Herds Shrink
In the United States, drought has affected about 60 percent of cattle-rearing areas, according to S&P Global.
The Besieged Giant: The Geography and Demographics Shaping China
China’s eastern borders are encircled by a chain of islands, referred to in geopolitical literature as the “First Island Chain”,…
Xi’s Visit and the China-Egypt Strategic Partnership
One of the most important steps taken to strengthen military relations between Beijing and Cairo was the “Eagles of Civilization…
The German Government’s New-Term Policy: Between Loss of Power and the Search for Stability
Ongoing criticism of Chancellor Merz’s communication strategy has intensified, particularly following his departure for summer vacation at the end of…
Libya’s Revolution Is Being Buried by Those Who Profited from Its Failure
The central political question therefore risks ceasing to be “How do we build a prosperous Libyan state?”
The Fifth Wave of Maritime Security: An Interview with Dr Timothy Edmunds
In an exclusive interview to Politics Today, Professor Timothy Edmunds gives an insight into which trends in maritime security “will…
