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A stark divergence has emerged within the Belarusian opposition regarding the European Union's policy toward the government of Alyaksandr Lukashenka, intensifying the ongoing debate over the most effective path to democratic change and stability in the region. While one prominent figure advocates for renewed dialogue and conditional engagement, another maintains that only sustained pressure and stringent sanctions will compel the authoritarian regime to change

Verdun, France – In the annals of warfare, few names evoke the sheer brutality and immense human cost as profoundly as Verdun. From February 21 to December 18, 1916, the hills north of this ancient French city became the stage for the longest and one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War

ADDIS ABABA – The fragile peace in the Horn of Africa teeters on the brink as Ethiopia faces a perilous resurgence of tensions with its northern Tigray region and neighboring Eritrea. Barely three years after the signing of the landmark Pretoria Agreement that formally ended a devastating two-year conflict in Tigray, reports of significant military mobilizations, diplomatic accusations, and renewed skirmishes signal a dangerous escalation that could plunge the region into another widespread humanitarian crisis

Washington, D.C. – In a landmark decision handed down Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court dramatically curtailed presidential authority over trade policy, striking down a broad array of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration

Washington D.C. – February 20, 2026 – In a landmark decision that promises to reverberate across global supply chains and consumer markets, the U.S

Berlin, Germany – A persistent and deepening crisis in Germany's childcare sector is compelling hundreds of thousands of parents, predominantly mothers, to scale back their professional ambitions, contributing to a looming skilled labor shortage and impacting the nation's economic productivity. Despite governmental efforts and a legal entitlement to childcare, a significant shortfall in available spots and a critical lack of qualified staff are creating an untenable situation for families across the country. The issue has reached what some experts describe as an "emergency" level, with wide-ranging implications for individual households, gender equality, and Germany's overall economic landscape

The XXV Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina, Italy, have concluded, leaving behind a tapestry of athletic achievement, innovative organizational approaches, and a multifaceted legacy that promises to reshape northern Italy for years to come. From February 6 to February 22, 2026, the Games, spread across a vast geographical area, aimed to set new benchmarks for sustainability and community benefit, while also navigating a series of challenges and controversies that underscore the evolving nature of mega-events. The decision to co-host the Games across Milan and Cortina marked a historic first for the Winter Olympics, distinguishing this edition as the most geographically dispersed in Olympic history

The combustion of coal in power plants, a cornerstone of global energy production for generations, releases a potent and insidious neurotoxin: mercury. This heavy metal, once airborne, embarks on a complex journey that ultimately infiltrates ecosystems worldwide, bioaccumulating in the food chain and posing profound risks to human health, particularly for the most vulnerable among us

NEW DELHI – India has asserted itself as a pivotal architect in shaping the future of artificial intelligence governance, hosting the landmark India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The multi-day event, which concluded with the crucial Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Council Meeting, brought together an unprecedented assembly of global leaders, policymakers, tech innovators, and experts to deliberate on a responsible and inclusive global framework for AI

BERLIN, Germany – A profound paradox is gripping Germany, Europe's economic powerhouse. While an overwhelming majority of Germans steadfastly uphold the principles of democracy, a surging wave of discontent suggests a deepening disillusionment with how their democratic system actually functions

BERLIN – China has once again surpassed the United States to become Germany's most significant trading partner, a shift solidified in 2025. This re-ordering of economic allegiances, primarily driven by a new wave of U.S

KYIV, Ukraine – Ukraine has announced its decision to boycott the opening ceremony of the upcoming Milano-Cortina Paralympic Winter Games, scheduled for March 6, 2026. The move comes in staunch protest against the International Paralympic Committee's (IPC) controversial decision to permit Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags

BRUSSELS — Europe has dramatically reshaped its energy landscape in a swift and decisive response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, severing decades-long ties to Russian natural gas. However, the continent's rapid pivot has led to a burgeoning reliance on liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States, raising questions about whether one strategic dependency has merely been swapped for another

Berlin, Germany – The Berlin International Film Festival, known globally as the Berlinale, continues to solidify its reputation as a pivotal platform for politically engaged and culturally diverse cinema, with African films increasingly taking center stage. Far from being mere entertainment, these cinematic offerings from across the African continent are emerging as potent vehicles for conveying urgent messages of peace, tolerance, healing, and reconciliation to a global audience

Ankara, Turkey – Turkish authorities have detained Alican Uludağ, a seasoned investigative journalist and correspondent for Germany's public broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW), in Ankara. The arrest on Thursday, February 19, 2026, has ignited renewed alarms over press freedom in Turkey, drawing sharp condemnation from international media organizations and German officials