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The 2026 Iran–United States–Israel Confrontation: objective analysis of causes, justifications, legal issues, likely endgames and economic consequences

May 21, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

Summary Between late February and early March 2026, coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel against targets inside the Islamic Republic of Iran produced a dramatic escalation: explosions in multiple Iranian cities, substantial Iranian retaliatory missile and drone attacks against Israeli territory and U.S. forces in the region, and significant civilian casualties and infrastructure … Read more

From the League of Nations to the United Nations: History, Parallels, and the Question of Institutional Survival

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

Introduction: When International Order Becomes Fragile International organizations tend to be born in moments of trauma. The League of Nations emerged from the devastation of the First World War, while the United Nations (UN) was founded in the ashes of the Second. Both were conceived as mechanisms to prevent humanity from repeating its worst mistakes. Both promised collective security, … Read more

What If China Attacks Taiwan? Strategic Scenarios, Military Realities, and Global Stakes

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

Introduction For decades, the possibility of a Chinese military attack on Taiwan has loomed as one of the most consequential geopolitical risks of the 21st century. As China steadily expands its military capability and influence, analysts, military planners, and world leaders are grappling with what a conflict might look like — and what the consequences … Read more

The Potential Reunification of the Republic of Moldova and Romania: History, Opportunities, Risks, and Geopolitical Implications

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

Introduction The idea of reunifying the Republic of Moldova with Romania has remained one of the most debated political and geopolitical topics in Eastern Europe since the collapse of the Soviet Union. While often treated as a sensitive or controversial issue, reunification is deeply rooted in history, cultural identity, and international law. In recent years, … Read more

Russia–Algeria Relations: History, Economy, Arms Trade, and Foreign Policy

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

Introduction In the complex geopolitical landscape of the 21st century, the relationship between Russia and Algeria stands out as one of the most consistent and strategically important partnerships between a major Eurasian power and an African state. Rooted in Cold War solidarity and transformed through the post-Soviet era, this bilateral relationship encompasses deep historical ties, robust arms trade, growing economic … Read more

Plausible Scenarios for the End of the War in Ukraine: International Law Under Pressure

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

The war in Ukraine, launched by the Russian Federation in February 2022, represents the most serious challenge to the post–World War II international order in Europe. Beyond its devastating human and economic costs, the conflict is defined by a fundamental breach of international law, particularly the prohibition of aggressive war enshrined in the United Nations Charter.

North Korea’s Nuclear Weapons Program: History, Arsenal, and Missiles

April 25, 2026April 11, 2026 by Geopolitical Brief

North Korea’s nuclear weapons program is one of the most contentious security challenges of the 21st century. Over nearly three decades, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has developed nuclear devices, conducted multiple tests, and created a range of delivery systems capable of threatening regional and global targets. This article presents a fact-based overview of the program, its historical evolution, key capabilities, and delivery technologies.