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Geologists caution research is needed to value Ukraine’s mineral wealth

Eastern Europe /

Ukraine’s subsoil holds an abundance of valuable raw materials, including lithium, graphite, and cobalt, positioning the country as a potential economic powerhouse. The United States, under US President Donald Trump, saw an opportunity to access these resources through a strategic deal with Ukraine. Trump estimated the potential worth of these minerals to be around $500 […]

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Italy may support Slovakia in its quest to resume Russian gas transit through Ukraine

Eastern Europe, Energy /

The Italian government of Giorgia Meloni could be ready to support Slovak PM Robert Fico in his plan to resume Russian gas transit through Ukraine. This is what Italian academic Fransceco Sassi reports. Energy has been at the center of the Slovak diplomatic mission to Rome, and the visit appears to have been successful. According

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Zelensky repeats call for Western troops in Ukraine

Eastern Europe /

Ukraine’s allies convened for the 25th time at Ramstein Air Base in Germany as part of the “Ukraine Defense Contact Group.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky personally attended the meeting, marking one of his last discussions with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin before Donald Trump and his administration assume power in 11 days. Also present were

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Putin pitches Slovak PM Fico as Potential Mediator Between Russia and Ukraine

Eastern Europe /

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed openness to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico acting as a mediator for potential peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. Speaking at a press conference in St. Petersburg, Putin stated that Fico had offered Slovakia as a platform for negotiations, a proposal the Russian leader described as “acceptable.” He also

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West Africa’s Terrorism Crisis Deepens as International Involvement Shifts

Africa /

West Africa has become the world’s terrorism hotspot, creating a rift among European governments on how to respond. While some nations facing increased migration flows advocate for maintaining communication with the region’s military juntas, others are reconsidering their strategy in light of the escalating conflict. In the heart of the Sahel, jihadis launched a bold

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Ukraine’s recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk sparks debate

Eastern Europe /

Ukraine’s recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk region has been a surprising success, leaving Moscow scrambling to respond. With Ukrainian forces occupying an estimated 800 square kilometers of Russian territory, according to the U.S.-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW), the operation has not only caught the Kremlin off guard but also highlighted vulnerabilities in

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Ukrainian Involvement in Ambush of Wagner Troops in Mali

Africa /

According to reports, Ukraine’s intelligence agency, GUR, claims to have dealt a blow to Russian interests in Africa by assisting Tuareg rebels in Mali. According to GUR spokesman Andri Yusov, Ukrainian intelligence provided the rebels with crucial information to successfully ambush a convoy of Russian ‘Africa Corps’ fighters, including members of the Wagner Group. Ambush

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The State of Hybrid Warfare and Kremlin Propaganda in the EU

Eastern Europe /

During a debate in Brussels at the Press Club Brussels Europe on “Hybrid Warfare and Kremlin Propaganda in the EU”, Ukrainian Member of Parliament Yuri Kamelchuk discussed with Members of European Parliament Karen Melchior and Viola von Cramon provided their insights on this timely topic. Kamelchuk highlighted how “it is hard to discuss Russia without

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Mali to build its first nuclear reactor, using Russian assistance

Africa /

Mali is set to build its first nuclear reactor with Russia’s assistance, reflecting a new era of energy cooperation between the two countries. This collaboration comes as Western influence in the Sahel diminishes, providing Russia an opportunity to strengthen its regional presence. Recent agreements, finalized during a visit by Rosatom’s delegation to Mali, include constructing

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