Taiwan

Small Island, Big Impact: What Europe can learn from Taiwan

Taiwan is under increasing pressure from China, but the island is admirably defending its democracy. Its example shows how free societies can remain resilient.

Lebanon

The future of Lebanon 50 years after the civil war

50 years ago, the civil in Lebanon began and lasted 15 years. An interview with Ahmad Hariri, General Secretary of Lebanon’s Future Movement and Michel Helou, Secretary General of the “Lebanese National Bloc”.

Ivabelle Arroyo

Rainer Heufers

Marike Groenewald

Syria

Dramatic Escalation of Violence in Syria Three Months After the Fall of the Assad Regime

Almost exactly three months after the fall of the Assad regime, the violence in Syria has escalated dramatically. Regional Office Director for the Middle East and North Africa, Jörg Dehnert, spoke to Rafif Jouejati, Vice President of the Syrian Liberal Party, about the dramatic developments in Syria.

Human Rights

Interview with Freed Prisoner of Conscience: Andrei Pivovarov

Andrei Pivovarov describes his harrowing imprisonment, from being pulled off a flight to enduring years of isolation. Despite the hardship, his commitment to democracy and human rights remained unbroken.

Geopolitics

Under fire: How Trump & Co. are interfering in South Africa's land rights debate

The criticism from the USA is less a matter-of-fact debate than a declaration of war; for the debate has a geopolitical dimension. South Africa, this year's host of the G20 summit, is a founding member of the BRICS community of states. The South African governing party, the ANC, has maintained close relations with Russia and China for years. South Africa has also brought a lawsuit against Israel before the International Court of Justice for genocide in Gaza.

Serbia

Serbia is in turmoil – ongoing mass protests

The protests in Serbia began in November with student demonstrations and are now spreading to all generations. President Vučić is coming under pressure and has already sacrificed his prime minister. Markus Kaiser explains the situation.

Lebanon

Interview on the election of Joseph Aoun as the new Lebanese president

Joseph Aoun has been elected as the new president of Lebanon. We spoke to Ralf Erbel about the background, significance and prospects following this election. He is currently head of the MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa department.