International Relations News

Daylight strikes on Iran by US return after new escalation around Hormuz Strait

New exchanges of strikes happen between US and Iran over the vital Hormuz Strait.

EUReflect News · July 15, 2026

War in Iran escalates again after an attack on oil tankers

After a new exchange of strikes between the parties, uncertainty returns to the Strait of Hormuz.

EUReflect News · July 14, 2026

Russian diplomats accused of spying expelled from Italy

Two military attaches from Russian embassy were asked to leave Italy after a spying scandal.

EUReflect News · July 9, 2026

Trump's NATO Bill: America Is Paying Too Much

Days before the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, President Trump publicly itemised allied defence spending, labelling US contributions "ridiculous" and warning that Washington's unconditional support for the alliance cannot continue without fairer burden-sharing from European partners.

Alvara Merrick · July 4, 2026

Interview with H.E. Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan

Interview: Turkmenistan’s Strategic Role in the Middle Corridor and Regional Connectivity Conducted by Derya Soysal following a roundtable discussion at the European Parliament on 30 June.

Derya Soysal · July 2, 2026

President Emomali Rahmon: A Visionary Statesman Elevating Tajikistan’s Global Peace Diplomacy

President Emomali Rahmon’s UN-backed initiative establishing the 2027–2036 International Decade of Strengthening Peace for Future Generations highlights Tajikistan’s growing diplomatic role, promoting dialogue, conflict prevention, sustainable development, and international cooperation.

Muhammad Ali Pasha · July 2, 2026

Trans-Caspian Corridor Takes Center Stage at European Parliament

In a bid to reinforce supply chain resilience and deepen geopolitical ties, European and Central Asian leaders gathered yesterday at the European Parliament for a high-level roundtable, titled "Strengthening EU Strategic Autonomy through the Trans-Caspian Corridor," which highlighted a mutual determination to transform the Middle Corridor from a conceptual trade route into an economic and strategic lifeline.

Olha Horina · July 1, 2026

Turkey–EU: Security Brings Them Together

Turkey-EU relations are entering a pragmatic rapprochement driven by security cooperation and trade interdependence. Customs Union modernization and visa liberalization remain unresolved, while regional disputes like the Blue Homeland law keep reminding both sides how fragile the relationship is.

Alvara Merrick · July 1, 2026

Iran urges ships to stop using Omani corridor in Hormuz

IRGC warned ships against using the maritime corridor recently announced by Oman.

EUReflect News · June 25, 2026

EU changes Ukraine’s accession plan because of Hungary

On the request from Hungary, EU lowered the scale of accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova

EUReflect News · June 24, 2026

Azerbaijan-Turkmenistan: Brothers in Resilience and Vision

Muhammad Ali Pasha · June 23, 2026

Strategic Cooperation Agreements Exchanged in Brussels to Advance Kazakhstan’s International Partnerships

By Olha Pashchenko | EuReflect Media

Olha Pashchenko · June 23, 2026

Kazakhstan and the European Union Deepen Connectivity Partnership Through Middle Corridor Conference in Brussels

BRUSSELS — Senior government officials, European policymakers, transport executives, and international investors gathered in Brussels on Monday for a high-level business conference focused on strengthening connectivity between Kazakhstan and the European Union through the development of the Middle Corridor.

Olha Pashchenko · June 22, 2026

Kazakhstan and EU Enter New Era

Kazakhstan seeks a stronger strategic partnership with the EU focused on resilience, connectivity and opportunities for citizens. President Tokayev calls for deeper cooperation in energy, agriculture, critical minerals, digital technologies, transport, education and innovation, backed by reforms and stable governance.

EUReflect News · June 22, 2026

President João Lourenço Highlights Tourism as a Strategic Economic Pillar at Angola Tourism Destinations Summit

LUANDA, Angola — President João Lourenço underscored the critical role of tourism in Angola’s economic transformation during his address at the Tourism Destinations Summit in Luanda, describing the sector as a key pillar of the country’s diversification strategy and long-term development agenda.

Olha Pashchenko · June 20, 2026

PM of Albania calls of EU to have more courage for enlargement

Edi Rama urges the bloc to seize the geopolitical opportunity and cooperate more with the candidate countries.

EUReflect News · June 18, 2026

Is the US–Iran Deal a Ceasefire or a Coming Collapse?

The new U.S.–Iran MoU has paused hostilities with a 60-day ceasefire, but experts warn it is only a temporary truce. Lasting peace will require strict verification, economic safeguards, military deconfliction channels, and mutual acceptance of regional realities to prevent future conflict.

Uroosa Khan · June 17, 2026

Central Asia – The Five Gates of Eurasia: From a Regional Idea to a Global Vision

Central Asia should no longer be seen only as a landlocked or transit region. The vision of “The Five Gates of Eurasia” presents Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan as five sovereign gateways of peace, trust, connectivity and sustainable development at the heart of the continent.

Maral Rahymova · June 17, 2026

EU to open accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova

The negotiations long awaited in two countries are set to begin next week.

EUReflect News · June 12, 2026

European Commission warns Albania against project connected to Trump’s family

As protest in Albania continue, European Commission urges the country to uphold the European values.

EUReflect News · June 9, 2026

Houthis join the latest escalation of war against Iran

A militant group controlling large swathes of Yemen puts the peace talks to the test.

EUReflect News · June 8, 2026

Why Kazakhstan Is Emerging as a Global Education and AI Hub

Latest edition of the Shanyraq Dialogue Series held in Brussels

Derya Soysal · June 7, 2026