Opinion & Editorials
Op-ed: Is Russia Really Helping Developing African Nations?
As part of its battle for power against the Western world, under Vladimir Putin’s leadership Russia has turned to developing nations to extend his influence.
Op-ed Beyond Sovereignty: Nicaragua’s Break with Global Institutions
Nicaragua has withdrawn from multiple international organizations amid allegations of human rights violations. Is this a stand for sovereignty or a move to evade accountability?
Op-Ed: Duterte’s Arrest: A Step Toward Justice, But What About the Drug Trade?
Duterte’s arrest by the ICC marks a pivotal moment in the fight for justice, but the global drug trade remains an evolving crisis. However, international cooperation is needed to dismantle drug networks and hold the true perpetrators accountable.
Op-Ed: International Silence as Israel Expands its Occupation of Syria While Destroying its Defence Capabilities
The international community remains silent when it comes to Israel’s violations of international law in Syria. The Golan Heights occupation and annexation, as well as the destruction of Syria’s defense capabilities render Syria weak and vulnerable during this time in its governmen’s transition. This elephant in the room has been conveniently ignored at international meetings regarding Syria’s future under HTS. How much longer will Israel continue to evade international law in Syria?
Op-Ed: Will People’s Lives Change After the Civil War in Myanmar Ends?
Both the military and those fighting for democracy and regional autonomy have relied on illegal profits as the easiest way to fuel their war efforts.
Op-ed Trump 2.0: The EU Will Once Again Be Forced To Adapt
Donald Trump's return to power marks a pivotal moment for the European Union (EU). With the European Commission focusing on critical areas like trade, climate, and migration, the EU must brace for the challenges a second Trump term will bring.
Op-Ed: What the U.S.-Brokered Ceasefire in Lebanon Could Mean for Gaza
On Nov. 26, 2024, Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire between the two nations.
Op-Ed: Why a semiconductor economy could make Arizona as the next tech hub in America
In the rapidly changing world of digitalization and technology, semiconductors seem to have become the next big thing in tech. Where these microchips for algorithms and digital devices go, is where the money follows.
Op-Ed: Is this the end of Ozempic’s rule?
Ozempic, a semaglutide drug (GLP-1) originally made to treat diabetes, is a word that has grown to become a part of the cultural lexicon.
Op-Ed: Why does the US continue Aiding Israel Amid Human Rights Violations?
Upon receiving her presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris said she and President Joe Biden were working “around the clock” to negotiate a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel. Harris has since made dozens of statements claiming that the administration has been “dedicate[d] to ending this war and bringing the hostages home.”
These statements are misleading.
Op-Ed: What an “America First,” Trump Presidency means to Eastern Europe: An Overview
After weeks of tied polls, on Nov. 5 Donald Trump won a decisive victory in the United States presidential election. Though Trump has not been forthcoming about specific plans for European relations, he has made it clear that he will not keep the status quo.
Op-Ed: Will the US Stand by Taiwan? Probably Not.
Tensions between China and Taiwan have reached alarming heights as a surge in military activity from Beijing heightens the possibility of warfare.
Op-Ed: Trump’s Power to Adjourn Congress Threatens Checks, Balances, and US Allies
As President-elect Donald Trump announces his picks for Cabinet members and leaders of various federal agencies, many people are alarmed.
Opinion: Trump's Resurrection: The Final Blow to the Liberal World?
Donald Trump’s return to power in the 2024 elections signals a dramatic turning point, not just for the U.S., but for the Post-Cold War global order. As disillusionment with Western liberalism and the status quo grows, both domestically and internationally, authoritarian movements are gaining momentum worldwide. If the West doesn’t adapt and deliver real progress, it risks being overtaken by a new era of populism and autocracy.
Op-Ed: You Need to Fill Out Your Entire Ballot - The Importance of Down-Ballot Voting
Research your ballot before you vote. If you are registered with a specific party, you should have received a sample ballot listing all candidates and measures that will appear on your official ballot. If you did not receive one, Ballotpedia offers a digital sample ballot for your area. Take the time to research candidates and measures thoroughly so you can make informed choices. Millions of military service members, abolitionists, suffragists, activists, and devoted citizens have fought — and often sacrificed their lives — to secure your right to vote. Do not squander it. Fill out your entire ballot.
Op-Ed: Von der Leyen Commission II - An attempt to balance out the European shift to the right?
Ursula von der Leyen's commissioner designations for her second term as President of the European Commission have drawn attention to the future direction of the European Union (EU). As she transitions from her first term (2019-2024) to her second term (2024-2029), how will she aim to steer European politics?
Op-Ed: Poland’s New Prime Minister Did Not Change Anything – but It’s Not His Fault
Last year, Donald Tusk was elected as Poland’s Prime Minister in a landmark parliamentary decision, but his current run has underperformed at the hands of right-wing President Andrzej Duda.
Opinion: Iran’s Response to Israel was Expected, Preventable, Retaliatory
On Tuesday, October 1, Iran launched around 180 missiles into Israel. These strikes are a direct response to escalations between Israel, Hamas and Hezbollah, one of Iran’s regional proxies. Iran stated that the missile attacks were a result of a string of recent killings by Israel, particularly Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran this July.
Stop Calling for a Two-State Solution — Unless You Mean It
Protests in Jordan against the Israeli war on Gaza have escalated in recent weeks, particularly around the Israeli embassy in the Middle Eastern country’s capital of Amman. Hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists have been arrested, despite the largely peaceful nature of the ongoing demonstrations.