News archive 09/2024 for International Politics and Society | IPS Journal

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picture alliance / Reuters | Lisa Leutner

Future of social democracy

Austria’s far-right wins, but can it govern?

The FPÖ emerged as the winner of the country’s recent general elections. But a three-party coalition could still block its rise to power

By Barbara Tóth

picture alliance / Middle East Images | Anthony Pizzoferrato

Democracy and society

From war zones to waiting lines

A year after the Karabakh exodus, refugees in Armenia remain in limbo, struggling with housing, citizenship issues and limited international support

By Tigran Grigoryan

picture alliance / REUTERS | POOL

Foreign and security policy

Wandering in the in-between

What does Turkey’s bid to join BRICS mean, and can Ankara be a partner for all?

By Yevgeniya Gaber

picture alliance / Anadolu | Abuukar Mohamed Muhidin

Economy and ecology

Failure is not an option

At COP29, the stakes for Africa have never been higher — a new finance deal is crucial for the continent’s survival amid mounting climate impacts

By Sefa Ikpa

picture alliance / ZUMAPRESS.com | Bianca Otero

Interviews

‘The nervousness in New York was palpable’

Michael Bröning on the UN Pact for the Future, Germany’s role in the negotiations and Russia’s last-minute attempts to disrupt them

picture alliance/dpa | Patrick Pleul

Democracy and society

The problem with Germany’s border controls

This is not just about political expediency: it is about Europe’s identity. Germany’s border controls are a symptom of a much larger issue

By Lika Kobeshavidze

picture alliance | Italy Photo Press

European integration

A slap to the left, a kiss to the right

With Raffaele Fitto as Commission Vice-President, Meloni is positioning a confidant in Brussels. The shift to the right also helps von der Leyen

By Gregor Fitzi

picture alliance/AP Photo | Francisco Seco

Foreign and security policy

Is the slaughter ever worth it?

On the eve of World Peace Day, we reflect on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, drawing crucial lessons from history as global tensions rise once more

By Robert Skidelsky