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13 May 2026

Iran’s arsenal remains largely operational, according to US intelligence

Classified assessments reported by The New York Times contradict claims by Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth that the Iranian military has been “decimated”.

11 May 2026

Secret Israeli base discovered in Iraq

Israel had set up a secret military outpost in the Iraqi desert to support its air campaign against Iran.

6 May 2026

The German Foreign Minister wants to do away with unanimity in EU foreign policy

He is proposing a six-point plan to make the European Union more agile, even if it means leaving some Member States behind.

4 May 2026

Vladimir Putin is holed up in his bunkers, haunted by the fear of assassination

Cut off from the outside world, the Russian president now devotes most of his time to the war in Ukraine, whilst his security services are stepping up protective measures.

1 May 2026

Gold: a safe haven for central banks amid global turmoil

Gold has surpassed $5,000 an ounce for the first time, driven by geopolitical tensions and the war in the Middle East.

29 April 2026

In Mali, Russia is struggling against the jihadists

Following the fall of Kidal to the rebels, the partnership between Bamako and Moscow is faltering, laid bare by accusations of treason circulating within the ranks of the Malian army.

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