A mutual ceasefire on Victory Day. Day 1539 of the war

Analyses

Analyses of current affairs

• Russian troops in the centre of Kupiansk. Day 1336 of the war

• Zelensky’s unsuccessful visit to Washington

• On the eve of a heating season: Russia targets weak links in Ukraine’s energy system

• Ukraine–EU: finalisation of the DCFTA revision

• Gaza Strip: a ceasefire with vague prospects for peace

• Blackout in Kyiv. Day 1329 of the war

• A blow dealt to Europe’s defence: China steps up control of strategic exports

• Drones over Germany – plugging legislative and technical gaps

Commentaries

In-depth analyses of current affairs

Seven lean years? Romania’s struggle with record high debt

The Trump administration and the Russia-Ukraine war: in search of an agreement with Moscow

The economies of the Baltic states: recession, stagnation and acceleration

Iran in crisis: the landscape after the Twelve-Day War

Closing ranks: Russia-China energy cooperation amid escalating confrontation with the West

Russia’s 2026 budget: mounting financial challenges and economic stagnation