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Security policy is more than defence with weapons

If our societies are to become resilient and sustainable, our priorities must change towards de-escalation including in diplomacy and economy

By Herbert Wulf

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Who will fill the Russian power vacuum in Eurasia?

For many Eurasian countries, their old dependency on Russia has become a risk factor. The countries are now interested in diversifying their partners

By Simon Weiss, Alexandra Dienes

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Pre-empting the coming world war

German social democracy has learned: it’s possible to detest militarism but commit to deterrence – a lesson Europe’s progressives still have to learn

By Paul Mason

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EU-Africa relations need a new strategy

Africa can represent one of the most legitimate partners for the EU. But for that, the EU must show more respect for the agency of African states

By Nicoletta Pirozzi

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Time for European sovereignty

The war in Ukraine has solidified the US as the bedrock of collective security. But Europe must learn to stand on its own two feet

By Landry Charrier, Hans-Dieter Heumann

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Turkey’s à la carte foreign policy

Turkey enters alliances or puts them on hold, strengthens or weakens them. While it might look like a big jumble, Erdoğan knows how to play his cards

By Henrik Meyer

Reuters

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‘I think that might be one bridge too far for Russia’

Middle East expert Gil Murciano on Israel's relationship with the West, arms exports to Ukraine, Moscow's role in Syria and the threat from Iran

By Gil Murciano

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Israel’s strategic balancing act

Israel’s refusal to sell weapons to Ukraine disappointed Western allies — but there are strategic reasons for this stance

By Daniel Rakov

Reuters

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The enemy of my enemy is my friend

Despite massive criticism, Iran supports Russia's war against Ukraine — deciding that the benefits of allying with the country outweigh the costs

By Eldar Mamedov

Reuters

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How China uses health diplomacy as a soft power tool

During Covid-19, China's 'first responder' narrative has taken root in many developing countries. The EU must also pursue a strategic health diplomacy

By Moritz Rudolf