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Marco Tauro Fed, Not Informed·Digital Transformation & AI StrategyNew
Konstantin Golikov The EU and the Limits of Mediation·Peacekeeping & Conflict PreventionNew
Diogo Albuquerque Nascimento China’s Reactions to US Belligerence under Trump·International Relations & DiplomacyNew
Paul Lundwall US sanctions and Venezuela’s energy security?·International Economic RelationsNew
Xavier Heck The Middle-Power Moment·EuropeNew
Laurens De Rouck Surviving the Spring·International Relations & DiplomacyNew
Robin Sonnendruecker Airbus Defence Summit 2026 Event Report·Security Policy & DefenceNew
Sean Thiltgen Cyberattacks on EU Critical Infrastructure·Artificial Intelligence & CybersecurityNew
Luis Weinert A New Challenge for the DRC·Sub-Saharan AfricaNew
Sienna Leesberg How effective have the EU’s Sanctions against Russia really been ·Europe
Fed, Not Informed
The EU and the Limits of Mediation
China’s Reactions to US Belligerence under Trump22 AugEuropean Alpbach Forum
US sanctions and Venezuela’s energy security?Mon 24 Aug 2026
The Middle-Power Moment
Surviving the Spring27 AugInternational Conference on Humanitarian Aid and Service
Airbus Defence Summit 2026 Event Report
Cyberattacks on EU Critical InfrastructureMon 24 Aug 2026
A New Challenge for the DRC31 AugSpace Policy
How effective have the EU’s Sanctions against Russia really been
Fed, Not Informed
The EU and the Limits of Mediation
China’s Reactions to US Belligerence under Trump22 AugEuropean Alpbach Forum
US sanctions and Venezuela’s energy security?Mon 24 Aug 2026
The Middle-Power Moment
Surviving the Spring27 AugInternational Conference on Humanitarian Aid and Service
Airbus Defence Summit 2026 Event Report
Cyberattacks on EU Critical InfrastructureMon 24 Aug 2026
A New Challenge for the DRC31 AugSpace Policy
How effective have the EU’s Sanctions against Russia really been 
No degree yet · Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Laura Avilés is a third-year International Relations student at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, currently studying abroad. Recent work includes a strategic paper on EU border security and research on WTO trade dynamics. She is driven by a commitment to global welfare and seeks opportunities to foster constructive collaborations. Laura aims to remain open-minded and continuously expand her knowledge.
– How does the Iran war affect Central Asia’s neutrality and trade? – The conflict disrupts key transit routes, raises prices, and forces C5 states to balance ties between Iran, the US, and regional partners. – Prolonged instability will strain neutrality, pushing Central Asia to diversify trade …

How can democracies worldwide confront rising polarization and digital era threats while strengthening civil engagement? Polarisation, misinformation, and weakened trust demand new tools. We need to counter them with AI, stronger digital media presence, and other innovative solutions. Democracies…

Main Question: How are drones, particularly UAVs, redefining warfare in the Russia-Ukraine conflict? Argument: Affordable, small-scale drones (like FPVs) are now central to modern combat, offering low-cost, high-impact strategies that outmaneuver traditional defense systems. Conclusion: Operation…

1. Will the CSTO have a future as a relevant organization? 2. We see a history of inaction, Russia maintains a leadership role within the organization and its current priorities are elsewhere, we have seen member states question the organization. 3. Although the organization is unlikely to disapp…
