In Ukraine’s fourth year of war, Latvia debates future of conscription
Volunteer numbers are at a record high amid fears Latvia might be Russia's next target, but the draft is controversial.
European Union
The European Union (E.U.), a political and economic union of 27 nations, is a major global actor and a key proponent of multilateralism. The E.U. has deep ties with other international organizations, holding observer status at the U.N. and acting as a full member of the G-7 and G-20.
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Governments turn to AI firms as new layer of governance emerges
Direct agreements with developers reflect a shift toward operational oversight as regulatory systems lag behind.
U.N. vote elevates slavery to ‘gravest crime,’ advances reparations push
The General Assembly resolution reflects growing debate over legal claims tied to injustices of the transatlantic slave trade.
Women's commission opens annual session amid pushback on equality
Global ministers, activists and diplomats gather in New York as new figures show representation advancing only slowly.
E.U. moves to codify science diplomacy as strategic instrument
New European Commission proposal would establish an E.U. framework linking research to diplomatic and other priorities.
IMF executive board will consider a new $8.2B program for Ukraine
The program aims to help finance critical spending, maintain financial stability and unlock additional external support.
Dispute grows over planned ICE presence in Europe before Olympics
Concerns over human rights and jurisdiction surface as Washington seeks security role at Milano-Cortina 2026.
U.S. allies seek more independence as Trump claims Greenland deal
European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.
U.N. decries 'unprecedented' breach as Israeli crews demolish compound
Bulldozers dismantle UNRWA site under government supervision, deepening legal crisis over diplomatic immunity.
U.S. gives 'man of action' ultimatum at U.N. as Iran death toll climbs
Trump's U.N. envoy warns "all options are on the table" to end the Iranian government crackdown on protesters.
Science diplomacy takes a direct hit as U.S. withdraws from institutions
Trump's order signals further retreat from global cooperation and a dismantling of science diplomacy infrastructure.
U.N., European leaders alarmed at impacts of U.S. action in Venezuela
The action raised urgent questions on international law and regional stability as Venezuela turned to the U.N. in protest.
Veto limits and aid overhaul urged as the remedy for 'new world disorder'
At the top of IRC’s agenda is a push to strip five veto-wielding nations of their ability to paralyze the U.N. Security Council.
Nations approve health pact for 2030 despite U.S., Argentina opposition
The plan integrates mental health with chronic disease, sets ambitious targets for tobacco, hypertension, and care access.
The U.N.'s 'heartbreaking' 2026 appeal for emergency aid is halved
The appeal is less than half the $47 billion needed to help tens of millions of people in 2025, of which just 25% was raised.
CITES CoP20 delivers historic shark protection, curbs illegal pet trade
The conference agreed on new protections for the pet trade and rejected eased restrictions on rhino horns and ivory.