Foreign and security policyGlobal challenges, urban solutions As national governments struggle to address foreign policy issues such as migration, cities are stepping up to the challenge By Gülşen Doğan
Future of social democracyAustria’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
Democracy and societyThe 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
European integrationA 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
European integrationThis is what it takes Unprecedented cooperation is essential to maintain the EU’s competitiveness. Will Draghi’s vision be a wake-up call? By Marie Hasdenteufel, Daniela Iller, Sidonie Wetzig
Economy and ecologyMore carrot, less stick Europe is driving forward the expansion of the semiconductor industry on a massive scale. But subsidies must be linked to sustainable production By Julia Hess
Democracy and societyFeeding the fire To keep the left out of government, Macron is ignoring the will of the voters and courting the right, plunging French democracy into a deep crisis By Adrienne Woltersdorf
Democracy and societyCult of cruelty The poison of authoritarianism has penetrated deep into societies. In Austria, too, the far right is in the lead ahead of the national elections By Robert Misik
Democracy and societyA new path for Moldova starts at the ballot box Amid war, crises and a referendum, what direction will the country take? By Vladimir Soloviev
Economy and ecologyA cure for Europe’s financial woes? European leaders are striving to reduce barriers to financial integration, yet the deeper challenge remains fragmented government bond markets By Peter Bofinger
Among the flowers, the thorns grow Europe’s love for flowers conceals the ugly reality behind its industry
‘People all over the world want the same thing: a good life. And peace is needed for that’ One year after 7 October: Judith Stelmach in Tel Aviv on the split in society, double standards against Israel and Iran’s attack
From ‘Big Brother’ to ‘Vishwamitra’ India is growing increasingly isolated in its own backyard. To counter this, the country needs to actively cultivate a more cooperative, gentler image