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The energy projects of the New Syria
World
The energy projects of the New Syria
February 27, 2026

The post-Assad Syria seeks to redefine its regional positioning by focusing decisively on the energy dossier as a lever for diplomatic reopening and internal stabilization.

Iran crisis: How does Trump get out of the box which he himself has created?
February 26, 2026

A series of failed policy decisions from Trump have led us to the Mexican standoff with Iran.

Iran crisis: How does Trump get out of the box which he himself has created?
World
Trump’s Iran strategy: A looming catastrophe built on sand
Security
Trump’s Iran strategy: A looming catastrophe built on sand
February 24, 2026

America’s failed democracy has brought it to the brink of war with Iran, yet it will be Russia, China and Iran who reap the rewards.

Who can halt the ‘America First’ ambition rolling across the globe? – China can
February 23, 2026

Russia acting alone may not be able to burst Trump’s bubble, but China, Russia and Iran together can and might.

Who can halt the ‘America First’ ambition rolling across the globe? – China can
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The Discombobulated West
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The Discombobulated West
February 23, 2026

We have already entered a new historical phase: no holds barred; no periphrasis; not even an attempt to justify anything. Iran mirrors the ultimate showdown: either US-Zionist imperialism prevails, or it’s multipolarity.

The American strategy in the Caucasus, Europe, and the future of the region
February 21, 2026

Europe will be forced even more to choose sides, deprived of its presence in the Mediterranean and control of the routes. An incredibly effective soft power.

The American strategy in the Caucasus, Europe, and the future of the region
World
A new war in the Middle East seems only a matter of time
Security
A new war in the Middle East seems only a matter of time
February 20, 2026

The U.S., Israel and Iran escalate their tensions.

Will Turkey be Trump’s next military target?
February 19, 2026

Turkey continues to be a useful ally for Washington, but no longer a necessary one, and certainly a problematic one.

Will Turkey be Trump’s next military target?
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