OPINION

Helsinki at 50: A blueprint for tackling today’s global crises

This summer, as we mark the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, the world stands at a crossroads. The principles of sovereign equality,...

EU should not copy France’s failed public health strategy

France, like many European countries, says it wants to become smoke-free. However, its policy direction is stubbornly ineffective. It insists on raising tobacco taxes,...

EU defence plan needs Italy and Spain to get on board

The European Union's aspirations to enhance its defence capabilities and secure its future autonomy are facing a serious challenge. The ambitious plans for rearmament, which...

Trump praises Putin’s ceasefire proposal as Ukraine faces global criticism over war stance and alleged African operations

U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced strong support for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposed three-day ceasefire in Ukraine, calling it a meaningful gesture toward...

A new European security architecture must include the Western Balkans

The ripple effects of the ongoing war in Ukraine, combined with the emergence of a new world order, are pushing Europe to redefine its...

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