by Antonio Adriano Giancane French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have presented a proposal that could mark a new chapter in relations between the two largest countries of the European Union: the creation of a joint security council. The announcement was made during an official visit by Merz to the Elysée, and is
In general silence, far from the spotlight of the great powers, something important is moving in Central Africa: the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed an agreement that could put an end to one of the bloodiest conflicts of our time by Antonio Adriano Giancane In a world overwhelmed by wars and global crises, the signing of
by Pasquale Preziosa Preserving Israel as a Jewish and democratic state represents a historical challenge that remains unsolved. In the past, the two-state solution – one for the Jewish people, one for the Palestinian people – was considered the only sustainable way to ensure mutual recognition of two distinct national movements claiming the same territory. However,
by Pasquale Preziosa The new season of American trade tariffs, directed especially against the aerospace sector, is not just a protectionist measure: it is an act of geoeconomic warfare. And, like any strategic action, it is producing unintended consequences that could accelerate the fragmentation of the global market and strengthen the Chinese pole. While Boeing and Airbus
by Pasquale Preziosa Over the past fifteen years, Gaza has become much more than a conflict zone: it has emerged as one of the most significant laboratories for experimenting with contemporary AirPower. Israel has evolved its way of conducting air operations by combining traditional capabilities, autonomous platforms, emerging technologies and, above all, artificial intelligence. However, although the lessons
In 2025, China approved the construction of ten new nuclear reactors, marking the fourth consecutive year of this acceleration. Although the immediate goal is the ecological transition, nuclear also plays a central role in Beijing's geopolitical strategy. With more than 100 reactors under development, China is not only reducing its
China sees the Arctic as a new strategic frontier for its Belt and Road Initiative, integrating the “Polar Silk Road” to expand its global influence. Investments in dual-use technologies, such as underwater sensing, support economic and military ambitions. Beijing aims to redefine the Arctic balance, challenging Western supremacy in a context of growing competition
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The latest Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which caused the death of at least 35 civilians, including children and women, has shaken international consciences but not that of President Donald Trump, who limited himself to defining the massacre as "a mistake" and "a horrible thing", words that sound more
Trump's Tariffs Have Detonated the "Peace" by Antonio Adriano Giancane A phrase that, although it may seem ironic, hides a disturbing truth about how information can manipulate collective perception and orient global sensitivity. Today, while we are immersed in a myriad of daily news, it is more evident than ever how certain
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The “clash” that took place on February 28 between the President of the United States Donald Trump and the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky represents a breaking point in a global balance that seemed solidly established after the end of the Cold War. The fall of the Berlin Wall, in 1989, had symbolically marked
China's pragmatism: maintaining ties with Moscow, consolidating its position in Europe and promoting an image of a responsible power, while Trump escalates the trade war with new tariffs. Beijing responds with sophisticated economic diplomacy, trying to bring Europe closer, skillfully exploiting Western uncertainties. by Emanuela Ricci. China is considering sending
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The conflict in Ukraine has highlighted a complex dynamic, with Russia continuing to push for a cessation of arms supplies to Ukraine, accusing Western countries of fueling the war. The Russian request to stop the flow of military aid to Kyiv is presented as a condition
by Antonio Adriano Giancane Despite the gestures of openness from Washington and Moscow, peace in Ukraine does not seem so obvious. The recent video conference between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, which both described as a significant step towards peace, has not produced concrete results. The official statements of the
On 19 March 2025, the European Commission presented the White Paper on Defence, a document that outlines strategies to strengthen the security of the European Union. One of the key elements of the document is the “ReArm Europe” plan, which envisages an investment of 800 billion euros to strengthen the EU's military capabilities (650 billion euros).
The truce between the two countries remains a global challenge, between diplomacy and battles on the ground by Antonio Adriano Giancane The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which began in 2021, continues to be one of the main crises for international security. Despite diplomatic efforts, military operations show no signs of stopping, with serious implications for
Professor Michael Clarke's analysis highlights the complexity of the Ukrainian situation and the crucial role the United States will play in the coming months. Without a clear American commitment, any European attempt to stabilize Ukraine appears doomed to failure, argues the scholar Professor Michael Clarke, former director of the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)
The idea of a European Defense is often evoked in political and strategic debates, but what does it really mean? To understand it, it is useful to listen to the analysis of General Pasquale Preziosa, former Chief of Staff of the Air Force, who dedicated an entire book to the topic. As reported in an article published today in La Stampa, the general does not use
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The clash that took place on February 28 in the Oval Office of the White House between the President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, has sparked a wave of reactions among Italian users on social media. Online public opinion has expressed a predominantly negative sentiment regarding the event, reflecting a
by Aniello Fasano In an era of negotiations between great powers, it is clear that Ukraine represents in Trump's eyes only a problem. A problem from which he can even gain something through the exploitation of mineral resources as a compensation for military aid provided in the past. Five weeks after his inauguration, the American president seems to have
by Giuseppe Paccione The “over the top” show by Trump and his vice president Vance, who did nothing but take turns insulting Zelensky, head of a sovereign and independent state, which took place in the Oval Office of the White House, was a theatrical scene of pure baseness, but very, very welcome to the Kremlin. It has been described as a
by Emanuela Ricci Europe is at a historic and in some ways dangerous crossroads: guarantee the security of Ukraine through the Atlantic Alliance or give in to pressure from some of the community countries for a direct military intervention. The recent Italian position, clearly expressed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Defense Minister Guido Crosetto,
by Antonio Adriano Giancane In recent years, Europe has witnessed a significant advance of right-wing and far-right parties, a phenomenon that has sparked heated debate about its causes. Some analysts consider it a natural political reversal, while others argue that it is the result of the policies of the left, accused of being too
Europe is facing an unprecedented diplomatic challenge. On the one hand, it must continue to support Ukraine in the conflict with Russia; on the other, it must respond to the recent unilateral moves of the United States under the leadership of Donald Trump by Antonio Adriano Giancane The announcement of peace negotiations between Washington and Moscow, which exclude
by Aniello Fasano Only a month has passed since Donald Trump took office as President of the United States, but the world scenario already seems profoundly changed. Who would have ever imagined the prospect of a “Gaza Riviera” or the American president's decision to side with Putin against Zelensky, thus breaking the moral foundation that has
The war in Ukraine has profoundly reshaped global alliances, exacerbating pre-existing tensions and exposing the fragilities of the West. The election of Donald Trump has further complicated the international scenario, with a foreign policy that has destabilized transatlantic relations and raised doubts about the cohesion of the Western alliance by Emanuela Ricci Since his return to power
A mysterious energy spike that occurs in the brain at the moment of death could be the soul leaving the body. Dr. Stuart Hameroff, an anesthesiologist and professor at the University of Arizona, recently discussed a study that recorded the brain activity of clinically deceased patients. By Antonio Di Ieva A recent study recorded
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The war in Ukraine, which broke out in February 2022 with the Russian invasion, has reawakened in the European collective memory the great conflicts of the past that saw Russia as a protagonist. In particular, the historical invasion attempts by foreign powers - such as the Swedish, French and German ones - offer a
The dialogue between Washington and Moscow on the conflict in Ukraine, confirmed by President Donald Trump, is raising fears in Kiev. Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern that the discussions could continue without Ukraine's direct involvement, warning that Kiev's exclusion from the negotiations could have dangerous consequences for all actors.
by Giuseppe Paccione The statements made by Donald Trump, in his second term at the White House, on the foreign policy of his administration towards Canada, the Panama Canal and Greenland have alarmed the international community and many chancelleries of various countries, including those of Copenhagen, Ottawa and Panama City, arousing a
It is impossible to know the details of the interagency operation that led to the liberation of our compatriot Cecilia Sala, after 21 days of captivity in Iran. By retracing the entire story and analyzing the various official statements, we have tried to rewind the tape of a very complicated diplomatic affair where only the teamwork of Italian institutions and officials
Between mysterious sightings and war progress, global security requires a more lucid analysis of the new challenges coming from the sky by Andrea Pinto The growing presence of unidentified drones in the US skies is attracting the attention of congressional subcommittees, which are finally starting to take seriously reports of aerial activity near military sites.
International Criminal Court issues historic ruling on extermination and persecution charges against Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant by Emanuela Ricci The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of extermination and persecution charges against Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant by Emanuela Ricci The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of extermination and persecution charges against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant by Emanuela Ricci
The new front in Lebanon adds to a world that is being riddled with a series of rapidly evolving geopolitical crises that threaten global stability and raise fears of a 360° military escalation. From the icy seas of the Arctic to the turbulence of the Sahel, from the Russian-Ukrainian conflict to tensions in the Pacific, the major global powers
by Antonio Adriano Giancane Globalization is often perceived as a phenomenon mainly related to markets and consumption, where goods, services and capital move freely across national borders. The term globalization is often used, as a synonym for liberalization, to indicate the progressive reduction, by many countries, of obstacles to free
by Massimiliano D'Elia Ukraine will sooner or later face a tactical dilemma: how long to stay, when to retreat, and how to do so safely while maintaining a long-term strategic advantage? Surprising the Kremlin was relatively simple under the cover of a heavily forested and poorly guarded border area. The units
by Paolo Giordani – president of the International Diplomatic Institute The Ukrainian incursion into the Russian Kursk region was welcomed by the Western press, even as "a turning point" in the conflict that has pitted the former Slavic brothers against each other for more than two years. Someone recalled that the current offensive materializes the idea of a "diversion" into enemy territory that was born
by Massimiliano D'Elia Parallel tensions in the Middle East and in the war between Russia and Ukraine are generating new challenges for the nascent alliance between Iran and Russia, two nations that have grown closer due to their shared hostility towards the United States. Russia and Iran have the capabilities to fill each other's gaps in
by Massimiliano D'Elia With a highly mobile, fleeting attack that leverages Western-supplied vehicles and air defenses, Kyiv sends a clear message to its allies: their support is not in vain. Ukraine's surprise counter-invasion in Russia's Kursk region represents the most significant advance by either side since the rapid liberation of territories
by Emanuela Ricci The Ukrainians spread the images online of the capture of the strategic Gazprom node near Sudzha. This is the node that manages the distribution of Russian gas to Europe. The 99th mechanized battalion and the 61st Stepova brigade accomplished the feat. The operation called “Kursk” continues with small and targeted incursions aimed at
The killing of the Hamas leader with a remote-guided missile by Israel opens up a lively debate also regarding the legal framework of the matter. A dual vision of the situation, which can be framed on the one hand as a terrorist attack by a state, i.e. by Israel, against a political leader recognized solely
by Antonio Adriano Giancane Democracy and autocracy represent two opposing models of government. Democracy is the form of government that offers citizens the best guarantees of freedom and respect for human rights. However, democracy is not only a method of managing state power but also a cultural achievement, an aspect
by Antonio Adriano Giancane The confrontation between right and left is a constant in modern politics, rooted in significant historical events that have shaped its ideologies and strategies. The origin of this dichotomy dates back to the French Revolution of 1789, when members of the National Assembly positioned themselves to the right or left of the president
The attacked Ukraine cannot retake the territories conquered by the Russians and perhaps not even continue to resist indefinitely without increasing involvement of the Western powers. by Paolo Giordani* In November 2022, during a conference of the International Diplomatic Institute, we argued that the states that supplied weapons to Ukraine could not consider themselves extraneous to the conflict with Russia. This statement
“I would say, launching a provocation, that an escalation – if the use of nuclear weapons could be excluded – would paradoxically be necessary, as would a greater involvement of NATO. This, in fact, in my opinion, would create the conditions to accelerate the end of hostilities. Russia has given ample demonstration of not knowing how to fight and