Briefing: Shahed drones are a symbol of cooperation between Tehran and Moscow
Strategic angle: Exported from Iran to Russia, these drones have been enhanced with advanced technologies.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
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Briefing: War in Iran: 'Spain's resolve stands in stark contrast to France's stance, which seems more accepting of US-Israeli strikes'
Strategic angle: Historian Laurence Badel analyzes the reasons behind the Spanish government's 'no to war' position and the impact of this decision on the European diplomatic landscape.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: 'I tell my children it’s just thunder': How ordinary Iranians are dealing with war
Strategic angle: As US and Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Iran, many residents there live in fear, choosing to limit outings as much as possible.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Pakistan denies it targeted Kabul hospital, says it hit 'terrorist' targets
Strategic angle: Pakistan claims precision strikes were aimed at military installations, rejecting allegations of civilian casualties.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: From museum-curated living to sustainable Alpine fine dining: The greatest European places in 2026
Strategic angle: A look at some of the most iconic European sights and hotels on TIME’s World’s Greatest Places 2026 list.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Macron says France could join Hormuz ship escorts once situation 'calmer'
Strategic angle: The French president rejected US President Trump's calls for immediate action to reopen the key oil route, but said an international escort mission could be considered once fighting subsides.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Oppo’s nearly creaseless foldable isn’t launching in Europe after all
Strategic angle: The Find N6 features a 'zero-feel crease' but will not have a global launch as expected.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: 'Like buying a ticket to the Titanic': EU leaders reject Trump's Hormuz demands
Strategic angle: EU leaders have almost universally rejected US president Donald Trump’s demand to send warships to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: 'This is not our war': Europe refuses to be dragged into Trump's war with Iran
Strategic angle: The American president has demanded that his allies help unblock the Strait of Hormuz for Gulf oil tankers. France aims to lead an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation, but only once hostilities have ended.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: BNP bets European private credit boom can defy US downturn
Strategic angle: Asset management chief points to continent’s financing needs and more stringent regulation to protect from mis-selling
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: From Vienna’s rooftops, the Kremlin is listening in
Strategic angle: Russia has increased satellite dish activity on buildings it owns in Austrian capital
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Serbia emerges as main hub for Russian destabilization operations in Europe
Strategic angle: Three Serbian nationals were sentenced for anti-Muslim acts linked to the Kremlin.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Volkswagen Details Its Cheapest Electric Crossover With A €28K ($32K) Starting Price
Strategic angle: The new ID. Cross joins Volkswagen’s lineup in Europe with two batteries and three motor options.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Bettman: 'Time will tell' if Russia in '28 World Cup
Strategic angle: NHL commissioner Gary Bettman comments on the potential inclusion of Russia in the upcoming World Cup of Hockey.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Trump says China, Japan and Korea should be ‘thanking’ US for strikes
Strategic angle: President says ‘numerous’ nations vow to help protect vessels, while UK and Germany refuse to be drawn into wider war
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: 'I'm afraid of waking up to find my city has been bombed': Lebanese and Iranian students in France live with the anxiety of war from afar
Strategic angle: While they share similar worries for their families, Iranian and Lebanese students interviewed in Paris have starkly different perspectives on the war in the Middle East.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Russia agrees to stop using Kenyan recruits in Ukraine conflict, Kenya says
Kenya announces that Russia will cease the recruitment of Kenyans for the Ukraine war, amid concerns over false pretenses.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Italy's Nola to start WBC semifinal vs. Venezuela
Strategic angle: Aaron Nola will take the mound for Italy in a crucial World Baseball Classic matchup against Venezuela.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: This Camouflaged Volkswagen EV Is Way More Important Than It Looks
Strategic angle: Behind the camo is VW’s new €28,000 subcompact electric crossover aimed at mainstream European buyers.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: 'Near universal refusal' - European leaders reject Trump's demand for Strait of Hormuz mission
Strategic angle: NATO allies and other Western nations pushed back on US President Trump's demand for military support to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Mar 16