The Middle East conflict, which began in late February 2026, became a catalyst for profound structural changes in the global trading system, which was already under pressure from rising protectionism and economic fragmentation. International institutions — the IMF, UNCTAD, the World Bank, and the WTO — unanimously warn of serious …

The European energy crisis is not over. Gas prices remain stubbornly high across the continent as Europeans face a long winter. Faced with an energy crisis stemming from Europe’s continued dependence on imported liquefied natural gas, in a context of continuous global geopolitical volatility, European leaders are working to diversify …

ToplinesIt remains unclear whether Ukrainian forces can use SpaceX’s low-earth orbit satellite communication technology (Starlink and Starshield) to intercept Russian jet-powered drones as of October 17. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on October 17 that Ukrainian forces cannot use “Starlink or Starshield technology” to intercept jet-powered drones in Ukraine as …