Alleged espionage by the Hungarian intelligence services in Brussels has left both von der Leyen and Viktor Orban in a difficult position, meaning it may be, ironically, in their mutual interest to cooperate. The EU and its member states have been shocked, though not entirely surprised, by a reported Hungarian …

Lavrov suggested that they could facilitate the dispatch of aid to Africa, but it’s also possible that they might host complex military-diplomatic talks between all stakeholders in Syria while also helping its armed forces maintain national unity by re-equipping, training, and advising them too. Russian-Syrian relations are interesting for many …

Violent clashes have erupted between Hamas and rival groups in several areas across Gaza, including an incident that culminated in an apparent public execution, as worries grow about the security situation following Israel’s withdrawal from parts of the territory. Reports of violence have been shared widely on social media channels, …