Hamas-Israel Conflict: Renewed Strain in the Middle East

Profile picture for user Ambassador Marc Otte Submitted by Ambassador Marc Otte on Wed, 10/11/2023 - 10:23

The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel has triggered a renewed wave of tensions in the Middle East, characterized by a series of military exchanges that have far-reaching implications. Over the weekend, Hamas fighters, based in the besieged Gaza Strip, launched an unprecedented and forceful attack on Israel.

A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address

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Position: Senior Advisor on Conflict and EU Foreign Affairs on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 11:44

With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.

A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address

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Position: RESEARCH TEAM
on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 11:27

With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.