Russia has escalated its aerial campaign against Ukraine with a massive wave of strikes, launching nearly 500 missiles and drones in broad daylight. The scale of the assault, reported by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, underscores a period of intense volatility as the conflict reaches a grim milestone: the 1,500th day of the full-scale invasion … Read more
Navigating EU Expansion: Macedonian Proposal and Concerns over Rule of Law The path to European Union membership for several Balkan and Eastern European nations is becoming increasingly complex. Recent political shifts in North Macedonia, coupled with ongoing scrutiny of rule of law standards across candidate countries, are raising questions about the timeline and conditions for … Read more
Ukrainian Refugee Protection in the EU: A November 2025 Update As of November 30, 2025, over 4.33 million individuals who fled Ukraine were benefiting from temporary protection status within the European Union. Recent data reveals a modest 0.7% increase – equivalent to 30,615 peopel – compared to the end of October 2025. Understanding the dynamics … Read more