The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-08-22

Iranian and Russian science infrastructure: Fragile institutions crippled by deadly consequences

Crumbling institutions are making missile and nuclear programs in these countries more dangerous, not less.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-08-19

Cambodia and Thailand ceasefire: A step toward regional stability

Peace offers an opportunity to rebuild trust and focus on shared interests between the two countries.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-08-15

The lithium land grab: South America's green energy boom

Experts argue that ethical lithium extraction must include Indigenous co-management, transparent agreements and robust environmental safeguards.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-08-14

Eyes without borders: surveillance tech and the rise of authoritarianism in the Indo-Pacific

Governments throughout the region are rapidly adopting advanced technologies like facial recognition, spyware and mass metadata collection tools.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-08-04

In Finnish border town, worry mounts over Russian military build-up

Speculation is rife that Russia could be preparing for future military action against the country once its war in Ukraine is over.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-07-31

Martyrs for Moscow: why North Korea is sending more troops to Russia

North Korean soldiers are dying in Russia fighting Ukrainians though their own country is not in danger, and Kim Jong Un is turning their deaths into a strategic asset.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-07-29

‘Real War’ threat by N. Korea's Kim marks escalating provocation toward West

The remarks by Kim follow the North's deployment of troops and weapons to help Russia during its more than three-year-long offensive in Ukraine.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-07-17

UK calls China a 'persistent threat' amid surge in spying by Beijing

A government report recommends high-level engagement with China for a 'trade and investment relationship' but also building 'resilience' against threats posed by the country.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-07-16

Swiss intelligence warns of rising espionage threat from Russia, China

Switzerland's security environment has 'deteriorated drastically' since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, according to the country's defense minister.

The announcement comes more than three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Macron and other French officials warning that Moscow risks not stopping at Ukraine's borders.

Global Issues 2025-07-15

N. Korea tourism project debuts while domestic hardships mount

This stark contrast between luxury coastal developments and nationwide humanitarian need underscores North Korea's growing desperation.