In recent years, relations between Russia and the European Union have become markedly strained. Against the backdrop of tensions related to the annexation of Crimea, Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and interference in electoral processes in a number of Western countries, the Kremlin has been actively developing a strategy to influence and undermine EU unity….
Since the mid-2000s, Ukraine has become a key factor in Euro-Atlantic security due to Russia’s aggressive foreign policy. The significance of Ukraine heightened with Russia’s 2014 invasion and full-scale aggression in 2022, which the West perceived as a direct threat requiring a strong response. Ukraine’s resistance has positioned it as a crucial defender against…
In a recent escalation, Russian drones launched a second wave of airstrikes on Kyiv early in the morning of July 31. Despite the intensity of the assault, Ukraine’s air defence forces successfully intercepted all incoming drones, preventing any from reaching their targets. Over forty enemy drones were shot down during the two waves of attacks…
Photo by Charles Smart on Unsplash In a message sent on the 25th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day, the French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed that for France, autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the framework within which the regional dispute of Western Sahara shall be resolved. “Our support for the autonomy plan proposed by Morocco…
An 18 year-long legal saga finally reached its end this month, with victory for Gabriel (Puiu) Popoviciu. Bucharest’s Court of Appeal stated that Popoviciu had been wrongly accused and fully acquitted him, along with the other ten defendants in the case. Judge Liana Arsenie, the head of the Court of Appeal, gave a 172 page…
Amidst the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine, the role of the People’s Republic of China as a potential mediator in peace talks becomes critically important. China, as one of the world’s leading economies and political forces, has the potential to play a decisive role in achieving a stable and just peace in the region, which…
Photo by SnapSaga on Unsplash After the military clashes of 2020 and 2023 and numerous diplomatic meetings in different formats, the longest-running conflict in the post-Soviet space is closing. Azerbaijan and Armenia are ready to sign a peace treaty. Work on the text of the agreement continues, but in the latest, tenth version, Baku explicitly called for the…
Ukraine, in its struggle against Russia’s unprovoked aggression, stands at the forefront of global democratic forces. The future that awaits humanity hinges on its success. It is important for the international community to continue its comprehensive support program for Ukraine in its fight for liberation. The success of Ukraine on the battlefield will guarantee global…
The Executive Council of the African Union (AU) opened its 45th session in Accra, Ghana last week. Morocco was represented at this session by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita. During this session, foreign ministers of the AU member states examined several reports, including the report on the activities…
In recent geopolitical discussions, Russia has emerged as a central figure, often depicted as posing a fundamental threat to Western civilisation. This narrative is complex, encompassing strategic escalations, geopolitical ambitions, and ideological confrontations that reshape global security dynamics. Analysing these narratives reveals an intricate interplay of power, ideology, and historical grievances. Central to the narrative…
