Since 1801, when Ireland became part of the United Kingdom, the natives Irish Catholics have kept fighting for independence because they considered the British as illegitimate rulers of their land. Following the Irish War of Independence of 1921, Ireland was separated between the Republic of Ireland, largely Catholic and nationalist, who pushed for independence and obtained it, and Northern Ireland, …

The Commonwealth of Nations is a remarkable international organization that spans every geographical region, religion, and culture. It was born in the early 20th century as a way of Britain to maintain some imperial power while avoiding overseas revolutions against colonial rule: through this club, member nations gained independent governance, but they still remained subject to British oversight. As of …

Latin America is a region of immense cultural wealth, abundant natural resources, and significant economic potential. Yet, it is one of the most unequal in the world, alongside the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa, as it is continuously overwhelmed by political upheaval, economic crisis, and social disruption. Each country of the region has, of course, different challenges that has to …

The global nuclear non-proliferation regime is facing significant challenges as Iran and North Korea continue to test the limits of international diplomacy and enforcement mechanisms. While both nations have pursued nuclear capabilities under different geopolitical circumstances, their actions threaten to undermine decades of efforts to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. As the balance between nuclear power nations is already …

Taiwan is experiencing a growing self-identity with the passing of time. The democratic government and its own constitutions are key factors in shaping the political perceptions of younger generations that are distancing themselves from Chinese rule. On the other hand, Beijing still sees self-ruled Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually join its national borders. Despite the strong economic …

Trump took office as US President only three weeks ago and he is already shaking the world. On Wednesday 12th of February, the President announced his role as a mediator in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, affirming his commitment to put an end to the conflict that escalated in 2022 with the Russian full-invasion of Ukraine. Trump’s decision of …

According to a global study conducted by the Pew Research Centre in 2012, only 16% of the global population was not affiliated with any religion. In the last decade, this number followed the tendency to decrease, reaching 14,4% of world population considered as atheist (Statista, 2022). It is obvious that compared to all the religious citizens, this number might seems …

The social media and online platforms have turned into the new political arena of the 21st century: the debates held traditionally in town halls, in Parliaments, or in other traditional spaces, are now leaving space for online types of engagements among citizens and high political stakeholders. If one side, the advent of digitalization has revolutionized politics making it more transparent, …

In recent years, many democratic societies have witnessed a sharp decline in trust towards political institutions. Following an OECD survey of 30 countries, only 39% of citizens trust their national governments. This crisis of confidence has become a defining feature of the contemporary political landscape, with citizens expressing increasing dissatisfaction with their governments, political parties, and the systems that support …

The rise of far-right parties in Europe has been a significant political development in recent years. A variety of factors, including economic dislocation, immigration, and security concerns, have driven this shift. However, the impact of this ascendancy on Ukraine is a complex and multifaceted issue. Diverging Far-Right Stances on Ukraine On one hand, some far-right parties in Europe have shown …