The ongoing conflict in Gaza has been a source of immense suffering for the people living in the region, as well as a cause for concern on the international stage. The lack of a lasting ceasefire can be attributed to a complex web of geopolitical, historical, and strategic interests that have, unfortunately, taken precedence over the immediate need for peace. …

            The expensive continent of Africa has been scarred over its history by persistent challenges like political instability and corruption. Throughout their complex historical development, the continent still deals with issues that stem from the exploitation of their resources, which has ultimately contributed to the merging of an unstable geopolitical landscape.             The arbitrarily drawn borders on the continent are unquestionably one …

At the recent Italy-Africa summit, Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni presented her vision for Italy’s engagement in Africa. The “Mattei plan” aims at positioning Italy at the forefront of European engagement in Africa and at transforming it into an energy hub in an effort to reduce reliance on Russian gas. This enhanced engagement of Italy in Africa is also an …

In 1994, India’s Supreme Court unequivocally stated, “Politics and religion cannot be mixed,” setting a precedent for the country’s secular constitution. Fast forward to January 22nd, and millions will witness Prime Minister Narendra Modi preside over the consecration of a contentious $220 million Hindu temple in Ayodhya. This ceremony marks the informal launch of his campaign for a third term, …

In recent months, the Chinese Coast Guard and Beijing’s maritime militia have engaged in perilous manoeuvres, hindering and harassing the Philippine Coast Guard and Armed Forces of the Philippines during resupply missions to the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal. As tensons rise, China recognised the risk of involving the US, which has mutual defence treaties with the Philippines, and …

In recent years, Russia has made great progress in spreading its influence across Africa, eliciting both intrigue and concern on a global scale, also with the ingoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia has sharpened its focus in Africa. According to some observers, Moscow’s growing desire to present itself as an ally of African countries while also stoking anti-Western sentiments might transform …

The Conservative Party in Britain has been in power for fourteen years, the past eight of which have seen the country navigating great domestic and international turmoil. From Brexit to the Covid pandemic to new conflicts. During this time, the Conservative government has been under the spotlight multiple times for its instability, inefficiency and scandals. Notwithstanding the damaged public trust …

Recently Finland decided to extend its border closure with Russia until 11th February 2024 amid its recent re opening of the border which has supposed to happen on the 15th of January 2024, this move might ignite geopolitical and security concerns. Finland and Russia were once in amicable ties but with the recent invasion of Russia in the Ukraine, it has led …

The situation in the Middle East is increasingly worrying as the conflict not only escalates but also expands. The attacks by Iran’s proxies have warranted a greater involvement of the United States and now Iran, seemingly embolden by the role it is playing in this war, decided to add a further layer of complexity to the situation. This week Iranian …

            The never-ending conflict in Palestine and the atrocities committed in the Gaza region have been one for the books. The alleged war crimes committed and the lack of effective application of international mechanisms to aid those civilians and other individuals that have been caught in the crossfire of the war have undoubtedly changed the future of the region.             Throughout the …