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Was It Really a Pre-Emptive Attack?
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Was It Really a Pre-Emptive Attack?

On 28 February, Israel launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran. According to the world of Israel Katz, the Defence Minister of Israel, this action was carried out ‘to remove threats to the State of Israel’. The interest of Israel is the complete blockage of the development of Tehran’s nuclear infrastructure, and not only a halt to the process of enrichment. 

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Knocking on the EU’s doors: Lights and Shadows of Future Enlargement
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Knocking on the EU’s doors: Lights and Shadows of Future Enlargement

Is the EU family getting bigger? The current debate in Brussels increasingly suggests that it is, though not in the immediate future. Enlargement is a long and torturous process that involves multiple rounds of negotiation and, most importantly, requires unanimity. And it is no secret that in recent years, some EU member states have been less willing to fall in line. Thus, for now, there is no certainty about who will eventually get a seat at the table. Or when. 

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The Drama and Politics of Miss Universe 2025
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The Drama and Politics of Miss Universe 2025

There is a common misconception among people that they can stay on the sidelines of politics because they are immune to it. Why should they care about something that seems so far away and reserved only for the political figures?

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Why Europe Needs More Women in Politics
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Why Europe Needs More Women in Politics

Every March, we celebrate Women’s Month and International Women's Day. We share posts, attend panels, highlight inspiring women and reflect on how far gender equality has come. And yes, progress is real. But celebration alone is not enough anymore.

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The European Union on Iran - Sidelined by the United States?
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The European Union on Iran - Sidelined by the United States?

On 14 February, around 250,000 protesters rallied in Munich, which was then hosting the Munich Security Conference, for a demonstration against the current Iranian regime. January had seen nationwide protests in Iran, followed by a violent regime crackdown that included executions, an internet shutdown, and thousands of arrests.

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Let the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games Begin, and May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favour
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Let the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games Begin, and May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favour

Are sports events political? Well, if you still believe they are neutral, a closer look at Milano-Cortina 2026 might change your mind. Between geopolitical tensions, institutional controversies, economic disputes, protests and symbolic bans that have divided athletes and governments alike, Milano-Cortina 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most politically charged Olympics in recent memory.

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The Last Frontier
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The Last Frontier

When it comes to Greenland's history and the current refusal of its people to even consider the United States' proposal, one important factor is often overlooked: how the Inuit, who make up the majority of Greenland’s population, remember their heritage.

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Is Greenland really part of the EU? 
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Is Greenland really part of the EU? 

After the imperialistic proposals Trump advanced over Greenland, it is time to discover if the biggest island in the World is actually part of Denmark and the EU, or if there are‘no written documents’ as Trump said.

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The Pact on Migration and Asylum: a sad disguise
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The Pact on Migration and Asylum: a sad disguise

After reading the new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) proposed by the European Commission, something that catches the eye is the €34 billion allocated to migration management and the strengthening of external borders.  

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The ghost of Jacques Santer
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The ghost of Jacques Santer

In early July, President Ursula von der Leyen defeated a no-confidence motion launched against her at the European Parliament. As the institution that approves the European Commission, it also has the power to dismiss it. So far, the only time a Commission was close to being dismissed, leading to the resignation in disgrace of its President, was the case of Jacques Santer in 1999.

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The European Union's new global alliances
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The European Union's new global alliances

On 23 June 2025, Canada and the European Union signed a historic Security and Defence Partnership, deepening transatlantic cooperation amid a rise in global instability and questionable US reliability for security. 

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