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Foreign and security policy

A question of defence

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, India has sought to diversify its military suppliers. This may be a chance for a defence partnership with Germany

By Nithya Kochuparampil

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Democracy and society

Saving the EU from disintegration

Can Olaf Scholz’s Zeitenwende become a momentum for change in protecting the rule of law in Europe?

By Maria Skóra

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European integration

Stepping out of Russia’s sphere of influence

The EPC Summit has sent a strong message to Russia: no deals can be expected at the expense of the independence and sovereignty of Ukraine or Moldova

By Victoria Roșa

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Democracy and society

Is Spain on the right track?

Much is at stake for Spain and Europe. If the Spaniards vote right in July, they would be yet another country in the growing right bulwark

By Bettina Luise Rürup

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Democracy and society

When everyone is your enemy

So far, PiS has had a clear lead in the polls. But the Polish ruling party crossed a red line by drafting a law that targets opposition leader Tusk

By Max Brändle

Reuters/Sergio Moraes

Economy and ecology

Even more catastrophic than under Bolsonaro

The promise to protect the Amazon brought Brazil back into the international arena. But saving the environment was never a priority for Lula

By Sandra Weiss

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Economy and ecology

A new sheriff in monopoly town

The Biden administration has started a fight against monopolies. But it remains to be seen if they can maintain and even extend their efforts

By Steven Hill

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Democracy and society

Serbia’s cunning Kosovo deflection

The key to understanding the violent conflicts in northern Kosovo lies not in the capital Pristina, but in Belgrade

By René Schlee