The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), the largest nuclear facility in Europe, has once again become the centre of alarming events. On August 11, 2024, a fire broke out at the plant, demonstrating that Russia is willing to jeopardize not only Ukraine’s safety but also all of Europe’s to achieve its aggressive goals. The fire…
Defence
Ukraine’s Kursk Operation
The Ukrainian military operation in the Kursk region, which commenced a week ago, is drawing significant international attention. It not only showcases the courage and determination of the Armed Forces of Ukraine but also signals to Western partners the urgent need to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons to defend its territory. Currently, Ukraine controls approximately…
Paris Olympics Security
The Summer Olympics have finally ended – and so too has one of the biggest ever security operations France had ever seen. The Games are celebrated every four years as one of the world’s most unifying events but they are also one of the most extensive security operations in the world,posing a massive headache for…
EU Calls for Ceasefire
Photo by براء حبوش on Unsplash The European Union has repeated its call for a ceasefire in the Middle East conflict. It says it “fully supports” the call by the leaders of the US, Egypt and Qatar to “conclude the ceasefire and hostages and detainees release deal.” The move comes after Iran dismissed…
Violation of Belarusian Airspace? Or a Clumsy Attempt at Escalation?
Belarusian Foreign Ministry claims about violations of its airspace by Ukrainian drones raise doubts and highlight Minsk’s double standards. According to Belarus, the incident involving Ukrainian drones occurred on August 9, 2024, when up to ten drones allegedly crossed the Belarusian border. However, when Russian drones like “Shakhed” previously entered Belarusian territory, Minsk’s reaction…
Europe’s Trojan Horse
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….
The Global Impact of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
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…
Russia Escalates Pressure with Mass Airstrikes
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…
Uniting Democratic Forces in Europe
Photo by 🇸🇮 Janko Ferlič on Unsplash Russia’s war against Ukraine and the need for continuous EU support for Ukraine has again come under the spotlight for MEPs. The topic was debated by the European Parliament. S&D leader Iratxe García reaffirmed the EU’s “full support for Ukraine, denounced Russia’s violation of international law and the UN Charter, and…
China’s Mediation in Peace Talks
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…