Cynthia Johnston In an era where free speech is under increasing threat, the right to criticize Islam must be staunchly defended. Any government attempt to clamp down on so-called “Islamophobia” risks inflaming social tensions rather than alleviating them. Why it matters: Recent reports suggest that Prime Minister Keir …

Pauline Margot This upcoming election isn’t just about the clash of two ideologies; it’s a contest between two vastly different moods: hope versus fear. Why it matters: The contrasting tones of the candidates reflect deeper calculations on how to capture the national mood in 2024. How Americans feel …

Simona Tomas As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, becoming more powerful and pervasive, the United States and China find themselves at a crucial crossroads. Both nations must navigate the dual imperatives of technological advancement and safety, making cooperation on AI alignment not just desirable, but necessary. The …

Tereza Felix  The alliance between Russia, China, and Iran in Central Asia is more a marriage of convenience than a solid partnership, driven largely by their mutual opposition to the United States. As the world increasingly shifts toward multipolarity, these three powers are vying for influence in a …

Erika Larsson As tensions flare across the Middle East, the question of whether the United States is serious about withdrawing its military presence from Iraq looms large. With growing calls from within Iraq for a U.S. exit and the region heating up after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, …

Megan Salina A new and semi-official European coalition is quietly taking shape, largely unnoticed by the global media. In response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a political and military alliance among five European nations—Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, and Finland—has been steadily organizing. Officially known as the Nordic …

Reina Lacllam The concept of “soft power,” coined by Joseph S. Nye, refers to the ability of a state to shape the preferences and behaviors of others through attraction and persuasion rather than coercion or force. As global power dynamics shift away from traditional military and economic dominance, …

Samantha Cooper The Middle East stands on the brink of a dangerous escalation, with recent targeted assassinations of key Iranian proxy commanders in Tehran and Beirut raising the stakes to unprecedented levels. These developments signal a shift in Israel’s strategic approach, moving away from the broader punitive measures …

Dr. Shehab Al-Makahleh The ominous drumbeats of war are resounding across the Middle East, as the specter of a regional escalation looms ever larger. Recent developments in Tel Aviv and Washington have made it increasingly evident, albeit through veiled channels, that the allied fronts of Gaza—comprising Lebanon, Iran, …