Historian Cosmin Popa warns that the diaspora has become a „fertile ground” for Russia’s authoritarian propaganda, against the backdrop of the marginalization and frustration of Romanian communities abroad. „Russia immediately…
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Opinions and analyses by the editorial team at SpotMedia.ro, as well as comments from distinguished guests regarding the events of the day.
Failure of the Romanian Intelligence Service in the case of identity trafficking in favor of the Russians. For decades, Romanian citizenship has been sold (Video)
Gerhard Daniel Campos is a Brazilian citizen who owns an apartment in Rio de Janeiro, runs a small 3D printing company, has a partner from the city, and a cat.…
Zelensky faces a stark dilemma: take Trump’s offer or depend on Europe’s wavering support?
Despite the celebration of the „progress” made in the Geneva talks, European countries remain either too weak or too timid to save Ukraine, even with a loan based on frozen…
Who will decide the winner in Bucharest: Tactical voting vs Anca Alexandrescu's growing potential - Video analysis
“Well-dressed and well-read people say they vote for Ciucu, while the poor vote for Anca Alexandrescu,” a lady around 50 years old, who was part of a PSD campaign team…
How to negotiate properly with Russia. The 10 rules to avoid losing peace
American historian Timothy Snyder, specializing in the history of Central and Eastern Europe, the Soviet Union, and the Holocaust, warns that any negotiation with Russia risks failing if it ignores…
What does Sorin Grindeanu's schizophrenic message hide? PSD's incapacity
Whenever there are rumors circulating that a coalition has reached a solution on a package of measures to reduce public spending, or worse, Kelemen Hunor, the leader of UDMR, comes…
Hurricane Epstein hits the USA. Donald Trump changes his strategy, targeting Bill Clinton. The secrets of a shady business come to light
On the morning of August 10, 2019, a guard at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York sounded the alarm. It was 06:30 in the morning when, during the rounds,…
Why did Nicușor Dan actually dismiss Ludovic Orban? It has nothing to do with USR
Ludovic Orban, former Prime Minister of Romania, was dismissed by President Nicușor Dan from the position of political advisor after just a month and a half, without any explanation, the…
How likely is Russia to attack NATO: Putin is less scared of war than peace. The weak spot
Warnings about a possible Russian attack on a NATO state are increasing. Experts are analyzing the seriousness of this risk. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warned, in an interview published…
Lia Savonea went too far. The signal from Cotroceni, the last warning before entering a point of no return
Public protest against the actions of Judge Lia Savonea, who has entered into open conflict with Parliament to maintain the privileges of magistrates, signals the approaching climax in this confrontation…
The ticking time bomb in Russia: How long until Putin loses control?
A time bomb is ticking in Russia. The police system is facing a shortage of staff due to low salaries, and numerous dissatisfied veterans are returning from the front lines…
The biggest issue of the new security strategy Video interview
Iulian Fota, an expert in national security issues and former presidential advisor, in a discussion with Spotmedia.ro, praises Nicușor Dan’s initiative to publicly debate Romania’s new national security strategy. It…
A major change in the national security strategy, signaling the end of Romania's two-faced game.
In the new national defense strategy, put up for public debate, an innovative approach emerges that will fundamentally change the doctrine of the Romanian state, with major political, economic, and…
5 effects of the US elections. What impact will they have on Donald Trump - Video analysis
A referendum launched, organized, and promoted by Gavin Newsom, the governor of the largest and wealthiest American state, namely California, turns him into the leader of the Opposition, with high…
American General: Withdrawal of American troops from Romania, a proof of chaos in Trump's foreign policy
An American general who was involved in the development of the rotational forces at the bases in Câmpia Turzii and Mihail Kogălniceanu strongly criticizes the withdrawal of US troops from…
The beginning of the end for populists? A sign from the Netherlands and the collapse of Trump
What happened in the Dutch parliamentary elections (the Netherlands) at the end of the month doesn’t worry anyone in Bucharest, but the message coming from there is a powerful one…
WSJ: Putin will not overlook the withdrawal of American troops from Romania
The American daily Wall Street Journal criticizes the Trump administration’s decision to withdraw a combat brigade from Romania, labeling it as a bad message for Putin. It is certain that…
Is there still opposition in Russia? - Video interview
Members of the Stoptime band were detained by police after performing the popular song „Swan Lake Cooperative” by exiled Russian rapper Noize MC – who openly criticizes the Kremlin –…
Grindeanu has a plan - to destroy Bolojan
It’s not easy to become the president of PSD. You can only succeed if you get the support of the most influential and wealthy group in the party, and Sorin…
The Americans are leaving! Why the strategic partnership no longer works in Trump's mandate
The announcement that the United States will withdraw a brigade, around 2,000 troops, from Eastern Europe, more precisely Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia, has caused chills, disappointment, and tension among authorities…