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Thousands of demonstrators gather in central Tirana during anti-government protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama.

Αλβανία: Οι παρατεταμένες διαδηλώσεις δοκιμάζουν τη διεθνή αξιοπιστία...

Turkey's Presidential Complex in Ankara with NATO and Turkish flags ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit.

Η Άγκυρα επιχειρεί να διαμορφώσει το αφήγημα του...

European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.

Ελλάδα, Ρουμανία, Κροατία και Βουλγαρία καταγράφουν τα μεγαλύτερα...

Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.

Η Κύπρος εισέρχεται στη δυσκολότερη φάση του ενεργειακού...

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Albania: Prolonged protests put the Rama government's international credibility to the test
Ankara Seeks to Shape the NATO 3.0 Narrative Ahead of the Summit
Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits
Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy strategy: the economics of offshore gas development
What Mickoski's Government Reshuffle Reveals About the New Balance of Power in North Macedonia
Bosnia and Herzegovina: EU Links High Representative Succession to Accession Progress
Former KLA Leaders' Trial Nears Verdict: What's at Stake for Kosovo and Transitional Justice
Greece's Economic Paradox: Fiscal Progress, Growing Private Vulnerabilities
From Trump to Rutte: How the West Is Reassessing Turkey’s Strategic Role
The High Representative succession becomes a test of Western unity in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Turkey's Presidential Complex in Ankara with NATO and Turkish flags ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit.
Geopolitics - Defence Southeast Europe

Ankara Seeks to Shape the NATO 3.0 Narrative Ahead of the Summit

  • 3 July 2026
European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.
Geo-economy - Energy Western Balkans Southeast Europe

Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits

  • 3 July 2026
Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.
Eastern Mediterranean Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy strategy: the economics of offshore gas development

  • 3 July 2026
Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski meets government coalition representatives in Skopje.
Western Balkans Policy

What Mickoski's Government Reshuffle Reveals About the New Balance of Power in North Macedonia

  • 2 July 2026
Thousands of demonstrators gather in central Tirana during anti-government protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Western Balkans Policy

Albania: Prolonged protests put the Rama government's international credibility to the test

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Thousands of demonstrators gather in central Tirana during anti-government protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Western Balkans Policy

Albania: Prolonged protests put the Rama government's international credibility to the test

Turkey's Presidential Complex in Ankara with NATO and Turkish flags ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit.
Geopolitics - Defence Southeast Europe

Ankara Seeks to Shape the NATO 3.0 Narrative

A few days before the NATO Summit in Ankara, the publication of the strategic study Ankara Summit, NATO 3.0 Debates and Türkiye by the
European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.
Geo-economy - Energy Western Balkans Southeast Europe

Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits

Η νέα έκθεση της Ευρωπαϊκής Στατιστικής Υπηρεσίας (Eurostat) για το πρώτο τρίμηνο του 2026 καταγράφει μια
Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.
Eastern Mediterranean Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy

The commerciality declaration for the Glaucus and Pegasus gas fields in Block 10 of Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is more than
Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski meets government coalition representatives in Skopje.
Western Balkans Policy

What Mickoski's Government Reshuffle Reveals

North Macedonia's recent government reshuffle goes beyond a routine cabinet shake-up, reflecting a broader redistribution of political
Turkey's Presidential Complex in Ankara with NATO and Turkish flags ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit.
Geopolitics - Defence Southeast Europe

Ankara Seeks to Shape the NATO 3.0 Narrative Ahead of the Summit

European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.
Geo-economy - Energy Western Balkans Southeast Europe

Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits

Η νέα έκθεση της Ευρωπαϊκής Στατιστικής Υπηρεσίας (Eurostat) για το πρώτο τρίμηνο του 2026 καταγράφει μια
Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.
Eastern Mediterranean Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy

The commerciality declaration for the Glaucus and Pegasus gas fields in Block 10 of Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is more than
Greek economy concept featuring the Bank of Greece, euro coin, Greek flag and financial growth chart illustrating Greece's fiscal performance and private debt challenges in 2026.
Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe

Greece's Economic Paradox: Fiscal Progress, Growing Private Vulnerabilities

Greece's biggest economic challenge no longer lies solely in its public finances. As the country continues to grow faster than the Eurozone
NATO headquarters monument and member state flags symbolizing the Alliance ahead of the NATO Summit in Ankara.
Geopolitics - Defence Opinion Southeast Europe

From Trump to Rutte: How the West

Recent developments in the West's relations with Turkey are not a series of isolated diplomatic moves. Rather, they reflect a broader
Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.
Eastern Mediterranean Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy strategy: the economics of offshore gas development

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman during a meeting amid discussions on the future of the Cyprus issue.
Eastern Mediterranean Southeast Europe Policy

Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot Side Reaffirm Their Positions Ahead

Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot side have publicly reaffirmed their core positions on the Cyprus issue as discussions intensify over a
Maria Angela Holguin during a meeting with European Union representatives amid diplomatic efforts to restart Cyprus reunification talks.
Eastern Mediterranean Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus Talks Gain Momentum as UN and EU Push for Restart

The Cyprus issue is entering a new phase of diplomatic activity as the United Nations seeks to create the conditions for a restart of
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides during a meeting at the European Council in Brussels.
Eastern Mediterranean Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus Issue: Brussels Seeks a Greater Role as a

Efforts to revive the Cyprus issue are entering a period of heightened diplomatic activity, with the European Union seeking a more distinct and
Tom Barrack in front of a regional map highlighting Iran, Iraq, Syria, Libya and key energy corridors across the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
Eastern Mediterranean Middle East Policy

Why Washington's Moves in Iran, Iraq, Syria

The temporary de-escalation agreement between the United States and Iran comes at a time when several countries across the Middle East and
Thousands of demonstrators gather in central Tirana during anti-government protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Western Balkans Policy

Albania: Prolonged protests put the Rama government's international credibility to the test

European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.
Geo-economy - Energy Western Balkans Southeast Europe

Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits

Η νέα έκθεση της Ευρωπαϊκής Στατιστικής Υπηρεσίας (Eurostat) για το πρώτο τρίμηνο του 2026 καταγράφει μια
Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski meets government coalition representatives in Skopje.
Western Balkans Policy

What Mickoski's Government Reshuffle Reveals

North Macedonia's recent government reshuffle goes beyond a routine cabinet shake-up, reflecting a broader redistribution of political
Kaja Kallas delivers press remarks in Sarajevo during a visit focused on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s EU path and High Representative succession.
Western Balkans Policy

Bosnia and Herzegovina: EU Links High Representative

The selection of the next High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina is increasingly becoming a political test of the relationship
Large banner depicting former UÇK leaders Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi and Jakup Krasniqi during a public gathering ahead of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers verdict.
Western Balkans Policy

Former KLA Leaders' Trial Nears Verdict

The verdict to be delivered by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague on September 16 will determine far more than the
Commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important maritime energy corridors linking the Persian Gulf with global markets.
Middle East Policy

Beyond the Nuclear File: What the Islamabad Memorandum and Swiss Talks Reveal About US-Iran Strategy

Tom Barrack in front of a regional map highlighting Iran, Iraq, Syria, Libya and key energy corridors across the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
Eastern Mediterranean Middle East Policy

Why Washington's Moves in Iran, Iraq, Syria

The temporary de-escalation agreement between the United States and Iran comes at a time when several countries across the Middle East and
Illustration depicting the geopolitical implications of the US-Iran agreement, featuring Donald Trump, Masoud Pezeshkian, the Strait of Hormuz and key Middle Eastern capitals connected through diplomatic and energy routes.
Geo-economy - Energy Geopolitics - Defence Middle East

US-Iran Agreement Signals New Middle East

The announcement of a preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran represents one of the most significant diplomatic
Map illustrating the proposed Hejaz Railway corridor linking Turkey, Syria, Jordan and Saudi Arabia as part of broader Eurasian connectivity projects.
Geo-economy - Energy Middle East Southeast Europe

From Hejaz to the Middle Corridor

The cooperation agreement signed by Turkey and Saudi Arabia in the fields of railways and logistics marks another step in efforts to strengthen
Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Athens during a period of heightened diplomatic activity focused on the Eastern Mediterranean, Ukraine and the Western Balkans.
Eastern Mediterranean Western Balkans Middle East Southeast Europe Policy

From Libya to the Western Balkans

The case of the armed unmanned surface vessel discovered in Greek territorial waters, developments in Lebanon, talks with Libya on

Opinion

Policy

Thousands of demonstrators gather in central Tirana during anti-government protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Western Balkans Policy

Albania: Prolonged protests put the Rama government's international credibility to the test

Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.
Eastern Mediterranean Geo-economy - Energy Southeast Europe Policy

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy strategy: the economics of offshore gas development

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski meets government coalition representatives in Skopje.
Western Balkans Policy

What Mickoski's Government Reshuffle Reveals About the New Balance of Power in North Macedonia

Kaja Kallas delivers press remarks in Sarajevo during a visit focused on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s EU path and High Representative succession.
Western Balkans Policy

Bosnia and Herzegovina: EU Links High Representative Succession to Accession Progress

Large banner depicting former UÇK leaders Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi and Jakup Krasniqi during a public gathering ahead of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers verdict.
Western Balkans Policy

Former KLA Leaders' Trial Nears Verdict: What's at Stake for Kosovo and Transitional Justice

High Representative Christian Schmidt speaks at the Office of the High Representative headquarters in Sarajevo amid the leadership transition in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Western Balkans Policy

The High Representative succession becomes a test of Western unity in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Government building in Skopje, North Macedonia, during debate over the country's proposed Electoral Code reform.
Western Balkans Policy

Electoral reform becomes a test of political consensus in North Macedonia

Crowds gather during a student-led protest in Belgrade as Serbia's student movement emerges as a major political force.
Western Balkans Policy

Serbia: How the Student Movement Is Reshaping Political Competition

The U.S. Embassy in Athens, reflecting the strategic role of U.S.-Greece diplomatic relations.
Southeast Europe Policy

U.S. Diplomacy Navigates Greece’s Political Realignment

Geo-economics

European Union flag outside an EU institution building illustrating Eurostat data on current account balances in the Balkans.

Southeastern Europe Accounts for the EU’s Largest Current Account Deficits

Map of the Eastern Mediterranean energy architecture showing Cyprus' offshore gas fields, Israeli gas fields and Egypt's LNG export terminals at Idku and Damietta.

Cyprus enters the most challenging phase of its energy strategy: the economics of offshore gas development

Greek economy concept featuring the Bank of Greece, euro coin, Greek flag and financial growth chart illustrating Greece's fiscal performance and private debt challenges in 2026.

Greece's Economic Paradox: Fiscal Progress, Growing Private Vulnerabilities

View of central Skopje and the Vardar River in North Macedonia, illustrating regional connectivity and economic development.

North Macedonia’s Rising External Debt and the Challenge of Regional Connectivity

Geopolitics

Turkey's Presidential Complex in Ankara with NATO and Turkish flags ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit.

Ankara Seeks to Shape the NATO 3.0 Narrative Ahead of the Summit

NATO headquarters monument and member state flags symbolizing the Alliance ahead of the NATO Summit in Ankara.

From Trump to Rutte: How the West Is Reassessing Turkey’s Strategic Role

Turkey's KAAN fifth-generation fighter jet developed by TUSAŞ during a test flight as the United States considers approval of GE F110 engines for the aircraft.

US Approval of KAAN Engines Signals New Phase in US–Turkey Defense Ties

Romania's HISAR-class light corvette Contraamiral August Roman during its commissioning ceremony in Türkiye

Romania’s Turkish-Built Corvette and the New Black Sea Security Equation

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