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Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations

Trump calls Putin "completely crazy" and says he is considering new sanctions. But in practice, nothing happens at all – and over Ukraine the bombs continue to fall.

Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations

Ex-hooligan George Simion could become Romania's president

On Sunday, Romania is going to the polls. If the far-right candidate George Simion becomes the country's next president, a challenging time awaits for European cooperation.

Ex-hooligan George Simion could become Romania's president

Expert Says Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Unlikely

The world is on high alert after the Indian attack on several targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-controlled areas. Both countries have nuclear weapons – and Pakistan is threatening revenge.

Expert Says Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Unlikely

Mike Waltz Expected to Resign Amid Signal Scandal, Expert Says

According to several sources, Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz is expected to resign. USA expert Jan Hallenberg believes it partly depends on the scandal surrounding the messaging service Signal.

Mike Waltz Expected to Resign Amid Signal Scandal, Expert Says

Ukraine Mineral Agreement Crucial but Peace Still Distant

For Ukraine, the mineral agreement is "completely necessary". But also for Donald Trump, it is important, according to USA expert Jan Hallenberg.

Ukraine Mineral Agreement Crucial but Peace Still Distant

Sectarian Violence Near Damascus Leaves 40 Dead Amid Israeli Intervention

Further deaths are reported as sectarian violence rages around Syria's capital Damascus. Israel has intervened and claims to want to defend threatened Druze.

Sectarian Violence Near Damascus Leaves 40 Dead Amid Israeli Intervention

Trump's Ukraine Plan Criticized as Advantageous for Putin

Donald Trump's ideas for putting an end to Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine are "really a jackpot for Putin". This is what analyst Jakob Hedenskog says, who warns about what such a deal would entail for the entire world.

Trump's Ukraine Plan Criticized as Advantageous for Putin

Trump's Peace Threat: US Exit from Talks Seen as Impractical

The USA is trying to pressure both Ukraine and Russia into an agreement by threatening to abandon the peace negotiations. But in practice, it would be difficult for the USA to completely leave the process, says USA expert Jan Hallenberg.

Trump's Peace Threat: US Exit from Talks Seen as Impractical

Jörgen Persson's Saudi Role: More Than Just Sportswashing

Table tennis legend Jörgen Persson's new job in Saudi Arabia cannot solely be seen as "sportswashing". It is a side effect of the authoritarian regime's attempt to maintain its geopolitical power, according to researcher Anna Vidén.

Jörgen Persson's Saudi Role: More Than Just Sportswashing

US-China Trade Tensions Rise with No Clear Winner in Sight

The relationship between the USA and China is deteriorating due to the trade war, not just when it comes to the countries' economies. It can entail increased risks in several areas.

US-China Trade Tensions Rise with No Clear Winner in Sight

Falsterbo Horse Show Ends Al Shira'aa Partnership After Threats

Falsterbo Horse Show is ending its controversial collaboration with Al Shira'aa Stables, the organization announces in a press release. "The threats and hatred that have occurred have been beyond all reason", says competition chairman Jana Wannius.

Falsterbo Horse Show Ends Al Shira'aa Partnership After Threats

Trump Criticizes Europe for Relying on US Defense Support

The American President Donald Trump accuses European countries of freeloading on the USA. .

Trump Criticizes Europe for Relying on US Defense Support

Expert on Yemen Attack: "Trump is no Warmonger"

The risk of a major war following the US attack on Yemen is "not zero", according to an expert. But the Houthi movement will likely respond.

Expert on Yemen Attack: "Trump is no Warmonger"

EU's Rift with the US – an Opportunity for China

The crack that has arisen between the USA and Europe can imply an opening for China, which can take advantage of the shaky relationship. Now China is trying to present itself as the primary defender of the rule-based world order.

EU's Rift with the US – an Opportunity for China

After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again

Is Syria on its way to falling back into civil war – just a few months after the Assad regime's fall? In just a few days, over 1,300 people were killed along the Syrian Mediterranean coast, mainly Alawites and Christians. Many are now terrified and have fled the country.

After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again

Expert: USA's proposal puts Putin in a difficult situation

The USA's turnaround on the war puts pressure on Russia, according to two experts. Vladimir Putin may very well be forced to accept the proposal for a ceasefire, they believe.

Expert: USA's proposal puts Putin in a difficult situation

EU's rift with the US – an opportunity for China

The crack that has arisen between the USA and Europe can imply an opening for China, which can take advantage of the shaky relationship. Now China is trying to present itself as the foremost defender of the rule-based world order.

EU's rift with the US – an opportunity for China

Testimonies from Syria: Dead bodies in piles

Testimonies speak of dead bodies in piles and people are said to flee from coastal areas in Syria. Anxiety grows after days of reports of the killing of civilians, primarily from the Syrian Alawite minority.

Testimonies from Syria: Dead bodies in piles

U.S. Halts Arms to Ukraine: A Turning Point in Foreign Policy?

The USA's announcement about stopped arms deliveries will have major consequences for Ukraine. But it is also a major shift when it comes to American foreign and security policy, experts believe.

U.S. Halts Arms to Ukraine: A Turning Point in Foreign Policy?

Falsterbo Horse Show Faces Backlash Over UAE Sponsorship Deal

Falsterbo Horse Shows' name change has sparked criticism and shaken equestrian Sweden. Much due to the fact that the new main sponsor comes from the United Arab Emirates.

Falsterbo Horse Show Faces Backlash Over UAE Sponsorship Deal

Europe Must Grow Up

Now Europe must grow up. It became even clearer after Friday's big quarrel between Zelenskyj and Trump, according to Björn Fägersten at the Foreign Policy Institute.

Europe Must Grow Up

After the brawl: "Putin has been given a lifeline"

Ukraine's population will likely unite behind President Volodymyr Zelenskyj after the collapse at the White House meeting, says Eastern Europe expert Jakob Hedenskog. But a backlash can come.

After the brawl: "Putin has been given a lifeline"

Analyst: Zelenskyj raises the stakes

One way for Volodymyr Zelenskyj to raise the stakes and show that he doesn't put his personal prestige in the way. This says analyst Jakob Hedenskog about the Ukrainian president's statement that he is willing to resign in exchange for peace and membership in Nato.

Analyst: Zelenskyj raises the stakes

Expert: Russia may question Sweden's NATO membership

Russia can extend its demands in the talks with the USA to concern NATO's expansion, assesses Jussi Lassila, researcher at the Foreign Policy Institute in Finland. Sweden's and Finland's NATO membership can come into question, he fears.

Expert: Russia may question Sweden's NATO membership