European integrationHas the EU Commission found its true north? Ursula von der Leyen’s Competitiveness Compass promises a new economic doctrine for Europe, but social and regulatory concerns remain By Andrew Watt
European integrationLonging for EU Step by step, the British government is tiptoeing towards a ‘reset’ with the EU. But can it overcome its Brexit scars? By Polly Toynbee
European integrationDonald Tusk’s quadriga Poland’s EU presidency is marked by ambition, with a focus on security and resilience. But major gaps remain — particularly in the social dimension By Ania Skrzypek
European integrationChanging the game Trump’s return to the White House could pose a major challenge to the EU’s efforts to integrate the Western Balkans By Ditmir Bushati
European integrationEU enlargement: a new dawn? After years of stagnation, a new political leadership presents the EU with a unique opportunity to revamp its accession process By Marco Schwarz
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
European integrationHe came in like a wrecking ball Orbán’s recent diplomatic antics have rattled the EU. But member states have the chance to end Hungary’s Presidency within weeks — if they want to By Daniel Hegedüs
European integrationPraemonitus praemunitus In the context of EU enlargement, the Western Balkans have a great deal of experience to offer. What can the new candidates learn from them? By Radmila Šekerinska
European integrationOrbán’s vision for Europe Can Hungary lead Europe effectively while also balancing national interests with contentious issues like EU enlargement and relations with Russia? By Jacques Rupnik
The UAE’s ever-expanding footprint in Africa As Africa seeks fairer global partnerships, the United Arab Emirates is stepping in. But is it a friend, a competitor or something in between?
Two presidents, one divided nation Mozambique remains in crisis after disputed elections exposed long-standing economic and political struggles. Where does the country go from here?
Trump’s Herculean task Ending the Russia-Ukraine war won’t be that easy for the US president, but there are three reasons why he’d like to try anyway