In recent years, the conventional geopolitical wisdom was that the world order was heading towards three centers of power: the United States, China, and Russia. This vision assumed that power…
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Who pays the most for Ukraine - and where does Romania rank among contributors?
How much does Ukraine actually cost us? Beyond the over 340 billion euros pledged by Western states, the bill looks very different from one country to another. In Romania, the…
Grindeanu's strategy boosted Bolojan. Why is leaving the government risky for PSD?
Sorin Grindeanu, the president of PSD, had every reason to be concerned when Cristian Anton, the director of the Romanian Road Authority, was detained by DNA prosecutors. The two are…
The road to Oxford is long, complicated, and uncertain. Intelligence, hard work, and determination are not enough. You need to convince the world that you are the best - Video Interview
But the road to Oxford is long and arduous. The competition is fierce, with candidates coming from all over the world being extremely intelligent and well-prepared. Additionally, the cost of…
Bogdana, the weapon Ukrainians use to take down Russians: "It's like a sniper rifle"
The Bogdana self-propelled artillery system represents one of the emblematic successes of the Ukrainian defense industry. It is a large 155mm gun mounted on a truck, allowing operators to precisely…
The helmet is returning home, but the mystery surrounding the one who ordered the theft remains
Rarely, as a journalist, do you have the opportunity to write about a positive event that interests an entire country, to announce the appearance of a ray of light on…
Trump says Iran war is nearing its end - but major questions remain unanswered
US President Donald Trump claims that the war in Iran is nearing its end, but his address to the nation did not bring clarity on the direction of the conflict…
Trump’s attacks on NATO are uniting allies against him as Europe prepares for a future without the US
Donald Trump’s fury towards NATO allies who refused to join the war against Iran is having an unexpected effect: it is bringing them closer together and uniting them against Washington.…
Trump could stop the war he started, but the rest of the world will pay the price
Even if Donald Trump ends the conflict in Iran and even if the US allies stay away from this conflict, they will not be spared from the consequences of war.…
What is China doing with Iran?
In theory, Beijing is interested in mediating the resolution of the conflict, but it also suits them to let Trump bear the brunt of his military campaign. The potential role…
Trump’s NATO doubts seen as a “gift” to Putin
The increasingly harsh statements by US President Donald Trump regarding the utility of NATO and American commitments within the alliance are causing concern in Europe, amidst a context of war…
4 reasons why the US is not securing the Strait of Hormuz. What is the number 1 priority now
There are four fundamental reasons why the United States will not attempt to militarily secure the strait without first completing the initial phase of the military operation. An expert explains…
Russian bloggers admit Ukraine’s strikes are “hurting” and could force a “shameful peace”
The Ukrainian strikes deep into Russia are starting to have visible effects – not only in the economy, but also in the pro-war public discourse. Russian military bloggers increasingly warn…
A won bet and a new proof that Trump is helping Putin
Just a few days ago, in a conference hosted by Ian Bremmer, an American political scientist and journalist specializing in political risk analysis on financial markets, a discussion took place…
US loses crucial edge against Iran as ‘brain in the sky’ E-3 Sentry is destroyed
The destruction of a US Air Force AWACS radar aircraft following an Iranian attack on a base in Saudi Arabia risks severely affecting Washington’s ability to detect and manage threats…
“We need a white, heterosexual, Christian man”: Democrats search for a winning formula for 2028
A sensitive debate is taking place within the Democratic Party in the United States: what is the profile of the candidate capable of regaining the White House in 2028. Behind…
The political machinery of Viktor Orban is faltering. His total bet on Putin has weakened him significantly, losing his position as the favorite in the elections
The outcome of the Hungarian parliamentary elections will have a major impact on all of Europe. Viktor Orban will attempt to secure a sixth term as prime minister, the fifth…
One month into Iran war, only hard choices for Trump
With the rise in global energy prices and a decrease in his popularity, Donald Trump faces tough choices after a month of war against Iran: either he concludes a potentially…
Is The End of NATO Near?
In July 2018, the new and shiny NATO headquarters in Brussels was ready to host its first summit. Dignitaries from around the world gathered in the arched buildings designed to…
Through a cryptic message, the Russians convey to Mircea Geoană from Luxembourg that they have not forgotten him
After being in the shadow for a long time, Mircea Geoană, a presidential candidate in 2024, was brought to light by an article published by Luxembourg Herald, a dubious online…



















