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Nicușor Dan's political godfather believes that he is playing into the hands of the PSD

Nicușor Dan's political godfather believes that he is playing into the hands of the PSD

No matter how distant you look at the evolution of the current president of Romania, he had in Ludovic Orban a guardian angel who intervened decisively in key moments of…

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How is a motion of no confidence negotiated? A former prime minister recounts how he won one, lost another, and resisted a third in a tough battle with PSD

How is a motion of no confidence negotiated? A former prime minister recounts how he won one, lost another, and resisted a third in a tough battle with PSD

To understand and present the dynamics of parties and negotiation mechanisms in Parliament in a political crisis situation, it is best to look at recent history and see what has…

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The conspiracy monster Trump created turns against him as allies question his legitimacy

The conspiracy monster Trump created turns against him as allies question his legitimacy

American President Donald Trump is facing a paradoxical phenomenon: the conspiracy theories he has fueled for years are starting to be used against him. Some influential voices within his camp…

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Therapy at Cotroceni Palace. Who has the first chance to win the race for a new parliamentary majority - Bolojan or Grindeanu?

Therapy at Cotroceni Palace. Who has the first chance to win the race for a new parliamentary majority - Bolojan or Grindeanu?

In response to not being invited to negotiations, George Simion has announced that his parliamentarians will vote for any motion of no confidence against the current government. Additionally, the populist…

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Peter Magyar wants to put the Austro-Hungarian Empire back on the map

Peter Magyar wants to put the Austro-Hungarian Empire back on the map

The new Prime Minister of Hungary aims to establish closer ties with Austria and other nations in Central Europe to have more influence in Brussels. The upcoming leader of Hungary…

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The Wall Street Journal writes about Trump's demons and fears. The moment he shouted for hours at White House advisors

The Wall Street Journal writes about Trump's demons and fears. The moment he shouted for hours at White House advisors

The impulsive style of the American president has never been tested during a sustained military conflict. As Donald Trump’s appetite for risk waned, his fears grew. Trump is a president…

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Money spent on two weeks of the Iran war could have saved 87 million lives

Money spent on two weeks of the Iran war could have saved 87 million lives

The huge expenses of the US for the war in Iran provoke harsh criticism at the top of the UN. The two billion dollars spent daily by Donald Trump for…

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Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on

Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on

Zelensky is no longer pretending that Trump could be a reliable ally and has given up diplomacy to speak plainly. Now Ukraine has a better situation on the front and…

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The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years - can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?

The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years - can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?

Pressure is mounting on American and Iranian negotiators to reach an agreement before the ceasefire expires on Wednesday. However, the prospects remain uncertain. An analysis by Sky News shows that,…

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Why a Peter Magyar cannot appear in Romania and why we haven't had any Viktor Orban. The major difference compared to Hungary

Why a Peter Magyar cannot appear in Romania and why we haven't had any Viktor Orban. The major difference compared to Hungary

Three days after winning the parliamentary election, Peter Magyar (45 years old), the new Prime Minister of Hungary and leader of the conservative TISZA party, arrived at the President’s office,…

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Hormuz - The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the "waters" of the law

Hormuz - The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the "waters" of the law

Although everyone agrees that geographically, the Strait of Hormuz is a strait, its political and legal status is much more complicated. The United States and Iran view the Strait of…

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Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe

Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe

Hezbollah continues to finance its operations despite sanctions and Israeli military strikes. The money mainly comes from Iran, but also from a complex network involving China, Turkey, the United Arab…

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5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump

5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump

President Donald Trump stated in a new interview aired on Wednesday that the war with Iran is „very close to ending.” He also presented perhaps the most comprehensive argument to…

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How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions

How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions

The American Secretary of Defense (or rather the Secretary of War, as he calls himself) seems less interested in being on God’s side than in insisting that God is on…

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Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?

Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?

Viktor Orbán may have left, but tensions within the European Union do not disappear with him. On the contrary, the question now emerging in Brussels is who will take his…

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Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil

Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil

The United States has announced a major partnership with Indonesia in the defense sector, focusing on military modernization, capacity building, and personnel training, according to a joint statement cited by…

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The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil

The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil

The Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important strategic points on the planet, is not just a vital corridor for global oil trade, but also the result of a…

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Orbán’s defeat is not what it seems: why Magyar’s victory is no liberal triumph

Orbán’s defeat is not what it seems: why Magyar’s victory is no liberal triumph

The surprising victory of Péter Magyar over Prime Minister Viktor Orbán was quickly hailed in Europe as a signal against right-wing populism. However, the interpretation is rushed and, for the…

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Iran blockade sets up a test of which side can endure more pain

Iran blockade sets up a test of which side can endure more pain

President Trump’s decision to block all Iranian shipments to or from the Strait of Hormuz sets the stage for the next major test in the Iran war: Which side can…

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Donald Trump gives Giorgia Meloni a problem from hell

Donald Trump gives Giorgia Meloni a problem from hell

Donald Trump has once again put Giorgia Meloni in a difficult situation on Monday, but this time she fought back. The Prime Minister of Italy and a long-time ally of…

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BUSINESS
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Insurance costs for oil tankers in the Black Sea soar more than twelvefold. How much more could Romanian drivers pay at the pump?
Insurance costs for oil tankers in the Black Sea soar more than twelvefold. How much more could Romanian drivers pay at the pump?
POLITICS
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Irina Olteanu
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
Luca Niculescu wraps up consultations without a clear government formula. Technocrat list ready as he explains why he avoided talks with AUR
Luca Niculescu wraps up consultations without a clear government formula. Technocrat list ready as he explains why he avoided talks with AUR
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
Dacia Mioveni
Renault Wants Dacia to Build Cars at Least 20% Cheaper as Mioveni Plant Loses Competitiveness, CEO Warns
TikTok could face hefty fine over Romania’s 2024 presidential election. What the European Commission says about the investigation
TikTok could face hefty fine over Romania’s 2024 presidential election. What the European Commission says about the investigation
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