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Manuel Escudero, the 79-year-old president of the Socialist Party's think tank, Avanza Foundation, has passed away, prompting tributes from party members including Pedro Sánchez.

Norway has donated over 130 million kroner to the International Peace Institute, raising concerns about conflict of interest and relationships among diplomats.

A Swedish think tank indicates that Russia's economic struggles will not likely lead to the end of the war in Ukraine, while the conflict initiated by the USA and Israel against Iran presents a positive development for Moscow.

Axel Kicillof launched his think tank in La Plata, criticizing Javier Milei's economic model while outlining his vision for Argentina's future.

Governor Axel Kicillof has established a think tank to bolster his presidential aspirations for 2027, amidst a stark economic analysis.

Eve Mägi, the new leader of Praxis, emphasizes the need to focus on factual dialogue amidst increasing polarization in public debate.

A new analysis from the liberal think tank Cepos indicates that despite political efforts to combat inequality, it is expected to continue rising after the upcoming election in Denmark.

A US think tank report states that much of China's nuclear warheads are stored at a single vulnerable site, suggesting a significant risk during potential conflicts.

Eve Mägi has been appointed as the new leader of the Praxis think tank in Estonia, following her extensive experience in educational policy and various research projects since 2009.

A former employee of the Norwegian Foreign Ministry claims that support for Terje Rød-Larsen's think tank, now known as the International Peace Institute, was pressured from higher authorities contrary to the Ministry’s claim of it being a professional assessment.

A recent report highlights Taiwan tensions as the top geopolitical risk for Beijing by 2026, emphasizing the intertwining of economic and security factors amid evolving global dynamics.

A new report suggests that the EU should leverage its market power to negotiate concessions from a fragile Chinese economy.

A recent report from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute highlights persistently high rates of violent crime, hate crimes, and property thefts across Canada, leading to a decline in public trust in the justice system.

Valgerður Kr. Brynjólfsdóttir has been awarded recognition from Hagþenkir, a notable economic think tank in Iceland.

Norwegian authorities are investigating potential visa assistance irregularities linked to Terje Rød-Larsen's think tank, the International Peace Institute, and its connections to sexual offender Jeffrey Epstein.

A conflict in the Middle East may lead to a significant energy price surge, potentially undermining projected growth in living standards for UK households, according to a think tank's warning.

Crown Princess Mette-Marit spoke about women's abuse at a think tank led by Terje Rød-Larsen, coinciding with the beginning of email correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein.

A study by the think tank RUSI proposes surprising suggestions for how NATO's defense budget can be allocated towards infrastructure.

A think tank report warns that Canada’s ‘Buy Canadian’ procurement policy may cost taxpayers $12 billion annually and lead to inferior infrastructure quality.

A US think tank suggests that Russia may test NATO unity in the Baltic Sea region if it achieves success in Ukraine, with potential scenarios including the Åland Islands, Gotland, and Eastern Estonia.

ERR discusses the establishment of a new political think tank in Estonia prior to elections, highlighting its funding and motivations.

The event highlighted Northern Greece's vital position as an energy hub amid current geopolitical tensions and anticipated military actions against Iran.

A Ukrainian delegation is reportedly open to negotiating territorial concessions in Donbass in talks with Russia, according to the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center.

Norway's Ministry of Foreign Affairs ignored warnings about a lack of transparency regarding funding for the International Peace Institute, linked to Jeffrey Epstein, for three years after receiving the first alert in 2015.

A Dutch think tank report reveals that Russia has conducted at least 151 hybrid warfare operations in Europe since its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Alberto Gago, director of Spain's AI oversight agency, reassures the public about the legality of AI systems in Spain and announces the launch of a think tank to analyze AI's societal impact.

A military think tank suggests that Russia can maintain its war efforts in Ukraine until 2026 despite facing economic challenges.

The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) reported that global defense spending has surged to $2.63 trillion in 2025 due to geopolitical uncertainty and military expenses, particularly influenced by the conflict in Ukraine.

A recent analysis from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that Russia's oil and gas export revenues have dropped significantly over the past year, with an estimated decline of 27%.

Keir Starmer has initiated an investigation into a minister accused of overseeing a probe into journalists' backgrounds while managing a Labour-affiliated think tank.

This article analyzes the flawed interpretation of data regarding Ukraine's territorial gains during recent counter-attacks, disputing claims made by an American think tank.

Ott Lumi discusses the establishment of a new think tank aimed at revitalizing Estonia’s overly technocratic governance culture by providing innovative ideas.

A newly established Danish EU think tank claims political independence while being run entirely by members from the Danish People's Party, which advocates for Denmark's exit from the European Union.

The Norwegian National Audit Office is contemplating a new investigation into the funding support given to the International Peace Institute, previously led by Terje Rød-Larsen, who is now facing corruption charges.

Norway's Foreign Ministry has cut funding to the controversial think tank IPI, although the country's UN ambassador remains an advisor to the organization.

A new scandal surrounding Labour leader Keir Starmer emerges as a think tank is alleged to have hired a lobbying firm to discredit journalists investigating funding.

Ukraine has recaptured over 200 square kilometers of territory from Russia in a matter of days, according to an AFP investigation analyzing data from the ISW think tank.

Keir Starmer has initiated a Cabinet Office investigation into allegations that a Labour think-tank hired a PR firm to investigate journalists who reported on its funding.

Mark Leonard, head of the European Council for Foreign Affairs, comments on the shifting dynamics of US-Europe relations during a significant speech by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference.

Military aid to Ukraine has reached record lows in 2025 as US funding ceases, leaving Europe as the primary donor, according to the Kiel Institute.

Diplomats are discussing the necessity of a controversial think tank in dealing with Trump's political scenarios.

Former Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide confirmed that she was informed in 2019 that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs forwarded a serious warning regarding Rød-Larsen's think tank.

Multiple media sources report that Norway's Attorney General alerted the FBI in 2019 about concerns regarding young women at the International Peace Institute, which was led by Rød-Larsen.

Norwegian authorities notified the FBI in 2019 regarding potential legal violations involving young Eastern European women employed at a think tank supported with significant public funding.

The discussion features Peter Mogensen, director of the climate think tank Ceri, and focuses on current climate challenges.

The Norwegian Foreign Ministry is initiating an investigation into grants and contacts with the International Peace Institute after new information regarding Epstein has surfaced.

Bjørn Lomborg, a controversial climate figure criticized for downplaying climate threats, reportedly met Jeffrey Epstein when his think tank needed funds, with Lomborg's press contact stating it was just a single meeting.

A Russian think tank provides a grim assessment of the current state of the Russian economy, predicting a banking crisis and warning of an impending bank run.

The Kremlin has rejected a U.S. think tank's estimate of 1.2 million Russian casualties in the Ukraine war as unreliable.

Former Polish President Andrzej Duda has secured a position with a think tank aligned with Trumpist ideologies.