Splits are appearing in Europe’s approach to Russia’s aggression just when it needs to present a united front.
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The two wars are forcing the EU to take a more assertive role in defence and security affairs, leading to arguments between senior officials.
To placate pro-Moscow governments in Hungary, Slovakia and Czechia, the EU had to include an ‘opt-out’ clause for its support for Ukraine.
Despite exhaustive discussions, neither the EU or the US has come up with any really substantial measures to boost Ukraine’s defence.
There are indications that the US president wants to leave Europe to fight its own battles.
Ali Bongo is the latest in a string of leaders to be ousted in military coups since 2020.
All eyes are on Nigeria where west African countries are discussing the possibility of military intervention to reverse the coup.
The new ECOWAS chairman must focus on strengthening democracy and security in west Africa.
The interests of bandits and jihadists are converging in Nigeria and this poses a formidable threat to the country’s security.
Pour comprendre le coup d'État au Burkina Faso, il faut apprécier les luttes de pouvoir internes au pays et leurs liens avec l'extrémisme violent.
To understand the latest coup in Burkina Faso, one must appreciate the internal power struggles in the country, their links with violent extremism as well as the role of external state actors.
