The world is preparing for a dramatic change in U.S. foreign policy when Donald Trump returns to the White House in 2025. Trump’s strategy, which is frequently characterized as transactional, nationalist, and unexpected, is once again grabbing media attention in contrast to conventional diplomacy. The
Why France Is Increasing Its Military Presence in West Africa Again? In 2025, France’s military return to West Africa has drawn attention from all over the world. The French government is currently making fresh efforts to expand its military presence in the Sahel and neighboring
What the Russia-Ukraine War Means for Young People in Europe and Beyond? Beyond only immediate physical safety concerns, the Russia-Ukraine war has a significant and complex impact on young people in Europe and beyond. These effects include those related to mental health, education, economic stability,
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How Youth Diplomacy can influence International Collaboration and Peace? The role of youth in diplomacy is no longer merely symbolic in today’s world of rapid change; it is now crucial. Young people are becoming more and more involved as change agents, taking on positions that
In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney, US President Donald Trump announced fresh tariffs against Canada that will take effect next month. On Friday, the EU anticipates receiving a similar letter. According to a letter posted on US President Donald Trump’s Truth Social-media platform,
The Silicon Valley chipmaker briefly surpassed a $4 trillion valuation. Nvidia has enjoyed constant growth over the last two years, as interest in AI-powered technology grows. Nvidia shares rose to $164.42 shortly after the US stock market started on Wednesday morning. This momentarily lifted its
According to authorities, Nigeria’s military and security forces have killed dozens of armed individuals in two different operations in the country’s northeast and northwest. Mua’zu, the commissioner for internal affairs in Katsina state, reported on Thursday that security forces had killed at least 30 gunmen
In the midst of intense mistrust following Israel and the United States’ attacks on Iranian nuclear sites last month and the UN nuclear watchdog’s refusal to denounce the strikes, Iran’s president has warned the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to stop using “double standards” if
In recent years, soft power has emerged as a vital instrument for states seeking influence without recourse to force. Coined by Joseph Nye in the late 1980s, soft power describes a country’s capacity to shape the preferences of others through appeal and attraction rather than
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