Gold Hoarded “Under Mattresses” in Türkiye: Is It an Economic Problem?
Of this amount, 1,000–1,200 tonnes are held within the financial system (in the Central Bank and in bank gold accounts), while an estimated 3,000 tonnes remain outside it.
Why Greenland and Venezuela Are Really about AI
he crisis of the international order is no longer an abstract concept.
Trump Cuts India Tariffs to 18% as New Delhi Ends Russian Oil Buys
Trump said the agreement followed a call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and would see India replace Russian oil with purchases from the United States and potentially Venezuela.
ICE Agents Spark Outrage in Italy Ahead of Winter Olympics
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to assist with security during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, with critics warning that the move undermines Italy’s sovereignty and democratic security standards.
Rafah Crossing Reopens for Limited Travel as Israeli Violations Continue
aza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopened on Monday for limited passenger traffic, marking a significant—though largely symbolic—step in the implementation of the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire, according to Egyptian officials.
Back to Future in the Eastern Mediterranean: Polarization Once Again?
here was an expectation- and still there is- about possible coordination and dialogue among regional actors of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) especially after the Trump Administration announced Gaza Peace Deal.
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Countries Supplying Oil to Cuba
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to impose new tariffs on countries that supply oil to Cuba, escalating Washington’s pressure campaign against the Communist-run island amid its worsening economic crisis.
American Democracy is Facing an Authoritarian Test
His rejection of the notion that the Department of Justice (DOJ) should be independent, his unprecedented resistance to congressional requests for information and investigations, and his claim of "absolute immunity" -the assertion that the president cannot be prosecuted for alleged crimes committed while in office- are all based on the most radical interpretation of the “Unitary Executive Theory”; the idea that all executive power is concentrated in the president and that other institutions should have limited intervention.
Starmer Signals Reset in UK–China Relations During Beijing Summit
Starmer’s four-day visit—the first by a British prime minister since 2018—comes as London seeks closer engagement with the world’s second-largest economy to stimulate growth and strengthen security cooperation.
The X Algorithm’s Challenge in Türkiye: Politics, Engagement, and Disinformation
ollowing Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter in late 2022 and its subsequent rebranding as “X,” expectations emerged that the platform would undergo fundamental changes in the way it delivers content.
Conflict Prevention is the UN’s Core Mandate: Why Does It Keep Failing?
ight decades after the establishment of United Nations, humanity still faces an alarming rise in conflict.
‘Yellow Line’ Emerges as De Facto Israeli Buffer Zone in Gaza
stretch of yellow-painted concrete blocks running through parts of the Gaza Strip has become a powerful symbol of a new reality for Palestinians: a de facto internal border that dictates where people can live, move and survive.
Africa’s Quiet Power Shift: From Russian Gold Deals to China’s Training Push
Yet the project is more than a ribbon‑cutting.
Xi Calls on Brazil to Defend Global South Interests
hinese President Xi Jinping urged Brazil to work closely with China to safeguard the shared interests of the Global South and uphold the central role of the United Nations, China’s state news agency Xinhua reported on Friday.
NATO Chief Urges Focus on Ukraine Amid Greenland Tensions
ATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Wednesday that Ukraine must remain the alliance’s top priority, warning against distractions such as territorial disputes over Greenland while Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine.
The Breakdown in Japan-China Relations
ensions between Japan and China escalated sharply in November 2025, plunging the two countries into one of the most serious diplomatic crises in recent years.
A Look at Trump’s Proposed Board of Peace and Who Has Been Invited
merican President Donald Trump is moving forward with plans to establish a new international body known as the “Board of Peace,” an initiative that began as a mechanism to oversee the Gaza ceasefire but has since expanded into a far broader concept with global ambitions.
Syria: Following SDF Release, 81 ISIS Prisoners Recaptured
yrian authorities announced Tuesday that security forces have recaptured 81 ISIS (Daesh) detainees after their release by Syria Democratic Forces (SDF) from al-Shaddadi prison in the northeastern province of Hasakah, as operations continue to locate the remaining fugitives.
Top U.S. Catholic Cardinals Question Morality of American Foreign Policy
n a rare and sharply worded public intervention, three of the United States’ highest-ranking Catholic cardinals on Monday issued a joint statement questioning the moral basis of American foreign policy, signaling deep concerns within parts of the Catholic hierarchy about Washington’s global conduct.
A New Game at the Southern Gate of the Red Sea: Somaliland
lthough the announcement of Israel's recognition of Somaliland is a diplomatic move, it reveals a process that undermines the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity in the Horn of Africa.
