World

Global Peace Index 2023: A World of Growing Unrest and Peaceful Havens

The 2023 Global Peace Index, marking its 17th edition and crafted by the Institute for Economics and Peace, scrutinizes the state of peace in 163 states and territories, representing 99.7% of the global populace. Alarmingly, the study reveals a 0.42% dip in global peace, continuing a concerning trend seen 13 times over the last 15 years, indicative of mounting global unrest. Nations Grappling with Peace Challenges At the heart of the report are the nations most beleaguered by turmoil. For

Conflicts

President Zelenskyy’s Oslo Visit: A Plea for Continued European Support

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy, in a surprise visit to Norway, has made a fervent appeal to European leaders to release crucial financial and military aid for Ukraine. Amidst a backdrop of growing internal divisions within the EU and the United States regarding aid disbursement, Zelenskyy’s call highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. A Call for Solidarity Against Hungary’s Blockade Addressing the media in Oslo, President Zelenskyy specifically pointed to Hungary’s blockade of aid as

Peacebuilding

Europeans Show Support for Ukraine’s EU Membership

A recent poll across six European Union (EU) nations reveals a growing trend of Europeans favoring Ukraine’s inclusion into the EU. This insight emerges just before a crucial European Council summit, where EU expansion will likely be a key topic of discussion. The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) conducted this survey, uncovering significant support for the potential EU memberships of Ukraine and Moldova. Both nations achieved candidate status following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Diverse Opinions Among EU Countries