This speech started the Cold War โ and still haunts the world 80 years on
Eighty years after Winston Churchill's Fulton Speech, its historical significance remains palpable as it famously marked the beginning of the Cold War.
This Day in History: Churchill First Uses the Term 'Iron Curtain'
Winston Churchill delivered a significant speech in Fulton, Missouri, on March 5, 1946, marking the beginning of the Cold War era with his introduction of the term 'Iron Curtain.'
Petr Macinka got engrossed. It's a pity we got engrossed with him
A critique of Petr Macinka's decision to read a historical Czech newspaper during President Petr Pavel's speech highlights concerns about the appropriateness and symbolism of political gestures.
Letter to the Editor. Sensitive Moderates Seem to Have Forgotten the Hate for Palme
The article discusses the perceived selective outrage of some moderate politicians in Sweden regarding hate speech and symbols related to historical political figures.
Lisa Bildy: Human rights rules on gender ideology are just blasphemy laws
Lisa Bildy argues that the recent ruling against Barry Neufeld reflects a resurgence of oppressive beliefs akin to historical blasphemy laws in Canada regarding gender ideology.
Modi in the Knesset: The Talmud referred to India and we fully support Israel
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed full support for Israel during a speech at the Knesset, highlighting historical ties and a commitment to regional peace initiatives.
Internet (un)chained: Why cyber-censorship is here to stay
The article discusses the persistent issue of cyber-censorship worldwide, likening it to historical political reactions against revolutions.
How Gottwald's Speech and the West's Silence Helped the February Coup
The article examines the historical significance of the February 1948 coup in Czechoslovakia, highlighting the conflicting perspectives and key figures involved, particularly Edvard Beneลก and Klement Gottwald.
Attempts to Silence Frustrated Voices Will Cause the Radicalization of Suppressed Opinions
The article discusses the consequences of attempts to suppress dissenting opinions, invoking historical and contemporary violent protests around the world.
F.a.z. Podcast for Germany: The Great Disillusionment: What Rubio Concealed in Munich
The F.A.Z. podcast discusses U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference, highlighting critical gaps in his historical references.
Speech by Marc Rubio in Munich / You are our oldest friends, our destinies are firmly linked. Do not choose decline, we need you
U.S. Secretary of State Marc Rubio addressed the Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2026, emphasizing historical alliances and the need for continued partnership against global threats.
Rubio speaks in Munich: The United States and Europe are inseparable
Marco Rubio emphasized the deep historical ties and inseparable nature of the United States and Europe during a speech in Munich, advocating for a strong partnership moving forward.
US Secretary of State Speaks in Munich
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a speech at the Munich Security Conference emphasizing the historical alliance between the US and Europe.
Rubio: Europe and the USA go hand in hand
In a speech in Munich, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the historical connection between Europe and the United States, highlighting their shared civilization and the importance of NATO.
What are the implications of PM Modi's 97-minute speech in the Rajya Sabha? Hereโs the analysis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant 97-minute speech in the Rajya Sabha, addressing historical events and laying the foundation for the future, while also sending a stern message to the opposition.
'Information on trade deals given to MPs by Trump, this is an insult to Parliament', Kharge attacks government
Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge launched a strong attack on the government during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha, questioning the governors' actions and accusing the Karnataka governor of blocking the hate speech bill while drawing comparisons between the current depreciation of the rupee and historical remarks made by PM Modi.
Punishment for Spreading False Information about Japanese Military 'Comfort Women' Victims Passed First Hurdle in National Assembly
The National Assembly has initiated legislation to punish the dissemination of false information about the victims of Japanese military 'comfort women,' addressing the need for state support given the vulnerability of elderly survivors to historical denial and hate speech.
Attempting to predict the economy in 2026
The article discusses historical predictions about the economy, focusing on Irving Fisher's infamous 1929 speech about stock prices, highlighting the risks of forecasting economic trends.