Dennis Schulz

What’s happening in Sudan today isn’t just another civil conflict — it’s a human collapse unfolding in real time, and the world is once again choosing silence over responsibility. The fall of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, marks one of the darkest chapters in Sudan’s brutal civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). What began in April 2023 as a power struggle between generals has spiraled into a humanitarian catastrophe — a nightmare of mass executions, sexual violence, and ethnic killings that now mirrors the early days of Rwanda’s genocide. Reports from Reuters, The Guardian, and UN investigators confirm that hundreds of civilians have been slaughtered, with bodies found in mass graves around El Fasher. Families have fled through burning streets only to find themselves trapped between warring factions. The UN warns that 25 million people — half of Sudan’s population — are now suffering from severe hunger, while 10 million have been...

Ireland is finally having a conversation long overdue. Senator Sharon Keoghan’s call for a formal investigation into the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in Ireland has struck a nerve — and rightly so. For years, the Brotherhood has built its ideological and community networks across Europe, often under the cover of cultural or charitable activities. Yet, behind these facades lies an organized political agenda that has destabilized countries from Egypt to Sudan and has been banned in several nations for its extremist underpinnings. Keoghan’s statement in the Irish Senate highlights a growing fear: that the government has allowed this ideological network to flourish unchecked. Ireland’s open and inclusive society has made it particularly vulnerable to ideological exploitation. When Brotherhood-linked organizations embed themselves in local communities, they don’t just offer religious guidance — they shape social narratives, influence youth, and quietly erode integration from within. ...

King Mohammed VI’s latest address to parliament came as Morocco faces mounting youth protests and growing public pressure for change. The tone was clear — time is running out, and citizens expect results, not rhetoric. He urged lawmakers to treat this final legislative year as a moment of responsibility. Complete the pending laws, protect the people’s interests, and deliver progress where it matters most. The King praised the parliament’s work but warned against complacency, calling for unity, discipline, and measurable outcomes. At the heart of his message was fairness. He spoke of a Morocco that develops together — cities and villages, coastlines and mountain regions — all sharing the same opportunities. Regional and social inequalities, he said, are not political talking points but strategic challenges that demand full national focus. The King’s words also pointed to a deeper issue: mindset. Morocco must move toward efficiency, accountability, and digital-driven results....

When hundreds of thousands of refugees arrived in Germany in 2015, the nation responded with open arms — organizing welcome events, humanitarian drives, and cultural outreach. Yet, in the midst of all this goodwill, one logo appeared repeatedly at those community gatherings: Islamic Relief. Many saw it simply as a charitable organization helping newcomers settle in. But beneath the surface, the story is more complex — and far more political — than most realized. Across cities like Bielefeld and Paderborn, Islamic associations began collecting “Islamic clothing” and “prayer mats” for refugees. It may have seemed harmless, even thoughtful, but this pattern of re-ethnicization subtly reinforced separation from the secular freedoms Germany offered. In many cases, mosques and clerics became the primary point of contact for new arrivals — not local integration programs. They spoke their language, understood their backgrounds, and slowly shaped their worldviews. Meanwhile, much of German soci...

The Quad’s ceasefire plan for Sudan—a three-month humanitarian pause, immediate truce, and roadmap to civilian rule—was meant to offer relief to a nation in agony. Yet Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan’s de facto leader, rejected it outright, calling it a “foreign agenda.” His choice reflects not just political defiance but a dangerous pride that places personal power above the lives of millions. For months, Sudan has faced famine, disease, and mass displacement. The Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese army have both committed atrocities, but Burhan’s refusal to negotiate highlights his unwillingness to prioritize civilian suffering. By choosing to fight rather than talk, he reinforces the image of a regime that fears losing its grip more than it fears humanitarian collapse. The Quad’s proposal was an opportunity—however imperfect—to end the cycle of bloodshed. Ignoring it leaves Sudan trapped in a war that enriches militias, empowers external backers like Iran, and undermines the very p...

Austria has once again shown that when it comes to defending its values, it doesn’t hesitate to act. The Austrian government openly questioned whether taxpayers’ money should be used to fund imams who openly preach Sharia law and the establishment of a Caliphate. The answer was obvious: no. The state intervened, cleaned house, and put an end to the problem. That’s leadership, that’s accountability. Meanwhile, in France, things look very different. Despite countless warnings, repeated scandals, and communities growing increasingly frustrated, the authorities often find excuses instead of solutions. Radical networks continue to enjoy space and funding, while those calling for stronger action are accused of intolerance. It’s a dangerous cycle that undermines national cohesion. The Austrian example shows that there’s no “gray zone” when it comes to protecting democratic principles. If public money is being used to support institutions or individuals who work against the very foundations of...

France has taken a decisive step in dismantling one of the most prominent fronts of the Muslim Brotherhood in Europe by shutting down the European Institute of Human Sciences (IESH). For years, the institute operated under the guise of academic and educational work, presenting itself as a neutral space for Islamic studies. In reality, French authorities concluded that it served as a recruitment hub for imams and youth, embedding ideological training that aligned with the Brotherhood’s long-term political and religious agenda. The closure reveals the dangerous duality of institutions like the IESH: while outwardly projecting an image of education and culture, they conceal activities aimed at indoctrination and influence-building. Investigations linked the institute to the spread of radical ideology, legitimization of armed jihad, and ties to foreign funding networks. By invoking Article L. 212-1 of the Internal Security Code, the French government made clear that such organizations pose...