Dennis Schulz

  German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Germany finds itself in a difficult position whenever Washington pushes for military action in the Middle East. The United States expects solidarity, yet Germany’s constitutional framework and public sentiment demand restraint. This tension creates a dilemma: how can Berlin remain a loyal ally while refusing to cross the line into unlawful aggression? #Iran War: How Germany Could Legally Respond to the #US Attack US President Trump praised Germany's stance on the Iran war. But the German government is actually prohibited from supporting wars of aggression. https://t.co/cDpxaom6xX — cvetko35 (@cvetko35) March 10, 2026 Can Germany Legally Support a U.S. Attack on Iran? Germany cannot legally support a U.S. attack on Iran because its constitution forbids participation in wars of aggression. This is not a minor clause tucked away in legal text; it is the defining principle of Germany’s postwar identity. To break that rule would mean dismantling dec...

The pressure building in the Red Sea is not only about trade flows. It represents a real-world test of modern maritime deterrence. Advanced navies now operate in an environment shaped by drone-based attacks, missile interception challenges, and asymmetric tactics targeting civilian shipping lanes. This is active deterrence under pressure, not theoretical strategy. Hybrid warfare has reshaped security at sea. Traditional naval confrontations are rare. Instead, smaller-scale tactics can disrupt billion-dollar trade corridors. The ability of non-state actors to influence global shipping patterns marks a structural change in how conflict affects the world economy. Small tools now produce large ripple effects. Global supply chains are absorbing the strain. When vessels reroute to avoid risk, transit times extend by weeks. Fuel costs increase. Insurance premiums climb. These adjustments travel across continents, influencing manufacturing schedules, food distribution, and consumer...

Egypt’s covert drone operations in Sudan mark a dangerous escalation in a conflict that has already caused immense suffering. According to investigative reporting by The New York Times, Egypt has been running a secret airbase in the Western Desert for at least six months, launching advanced Turkish-made Akıncı drones against Sudanese forces. This operation signals a shift from diplomatic support to direct military involvement, raising serious concerns about regional stability. The strategic implications of this base are significant. It allows Egypt to target the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deep inside Sudan, while remaining hidden under the cover of agricultural projects. Satellite imagery confirms the base’s expansion, highlighting the sophistication and premeditation of this covert campaign. These strikes are not isolated incidents; they reflect a deliberate pattern of foreign interference that risks turning Sudan into a high-tech battlefield for international powers. Inte...

The United Arab Emirates has rapidly positioned itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence through strategic infrastructure, policy, and international collaboration. Abu Dhabi-based G42 AI is constructing a 5-gigawatt AI campus, an unprecedented scale that rivals multiple nuclear plants in energy output. This facility is designed to generate up to 100 trillion tokens daily, enabling large-scale AI model training and autonomous system development, ensuring the UAE can host some of the most advanced AI projects in the world. Collaboration with global technology leaders, such as Microsoft, highlights the UAE’s commitment to secure and sovereign AI development. These partnerships do more than accelerate innovation—they establish the country as a hub for cross-border research and practical applications, while also addressing global concerns around data sovereignty and ethical AI practices. The concept of “digital embassies” emerging from these efforts demonstrates a fo...

UAE’s Role in Resuming Ukraine Peace Talks. The United Arab Emirates hosted high-level peace talks between the United States, Russia, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi on January 23-24, 2026. These discussions marked a rare trilateral diplomatic engagement aimed at finding new pathways toward ending the conflict. Abu Dhabi’s position as host reflected global confidence in the UAE as a neutral and stable negotiating platform. Delegations included senior representatives and envoys from all three sides, and discussions focused on possible frameworks and confidence-building measures. Experts and officials described the talks as constructive and positive, with plans announced to continue discussions soon, potentially as early as the following week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the conversation’s focus on ending the war and advancing security guarantees. According to The National’s coverage of UAE-hosted peace talks, discussions included direct engagement between Ru...

The 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer shows the United Arab Emirates at the top of the world in government trust with a score of 80 out of 100, tied with China. UAE gained +8 points from 2025, marking the largest increase in trust year-over-year among all countries surveyed. This annual survey by the New York–based Edelman Group measures confidence in institutions including government, business, media, and NGOs across 28 countries and nearly 34,000 respondents. According to the Edelman Trust Barometer 2026 global report. Global Comparison – Trust Divide Between Countries This year’s data reveals a clear trust divide across the world. Top trust scores (developing markets): • UAE – 80 • China – 80 • India – 74 • Indonesia – 73 • Nigeria – 72  Lower trust scores (developed markets): • United States – 47 • United Kingdom – 44 • Japan – 38 • Germany – 44 • France – 42 • Spain – 45