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Reconciling the neighbours: EU mediates in the Balkans

The EU is forging ahead with its long-running mediation in the troubled Western Balkans. On…

Saturday, Mar. 4

The stories that matter before they happen.

Continental rivalry: India in Africa

A senior Indian delegation will continue a tour of Mali on Friday, where bilateral and…

Eggs in three baskets: Syrian talks

After seven days of talks between Syria’s warring factions, a glimmer of hope has emerged…

Democracy with Chinese characteristics

Today is as close as it gets to open policy debate in China. The Chinese…

Friday, Mar. 3

The stories that matter before they happen.

Meeting of the Russia-Belarus Union State Supreme State Council took place at the Kremlin. / Lukashenko
Russia and Belarus: a special relationship turning cold

President Lukashenko’s flirtation with Europe is hurting Belarus’ relationship with Russia

Divided or united? Northern Ireland votes

Elections will be held for Northern Ireland’s parliament on Thursday after the collapse of a…

Snap it up: IPO at last

Snap Inc, the creator of Snapchat, is poised for its long-awaited initial public offering on…

Hope for Europe: Macron reveals campaign platform

Emmanuel Macron – currently France’s best hope for remaining in the EU – is due…