Day: August 22, 2022

The Sword and the Seated King

“As president of Colombia I request that the sword of Bolivar be brought out,” declared Petro. Attendees stood. The king of Spain remained seated.

The Sword and the Seated King

The Sword and the Seated King

“As president of Colombia I request that the sword of Bolivar be brought out,” declared Petro. Attendees stood. The king of Spain remained seated.

August 22, 2022
Swedes Face Tough Election in September

Swedes Face Tough Election in September

Since the last election, which was held in September 2018, Sweden has been through three episodes of open political instability.

August 22, 2022
Why Is the EU Backing Away from Freedom of Religion or Belief?

Why Is the EU Backing Away from Freedom of Religion or Belief?

Over the past year, a significant portion of the European Parliament seems to have become hostile to claims of religious persecution, especially coming from Christians.

August 22, 2022
VOX Softens Messaging for General Elections

VOX Softens Messaging for General Elections

El Debate reports that VOX faces competition on various fronts to capture the votes of those disaffected by the politics of the previous four years.

August 22, 2022
Russian Losing Arms Trade While India, Europe, China Build Up

Russian Losing Arms Trade While India, Europe, China Build Up

The U.S. accounted for 39% of all major arms exports from 2017 to 2021, more than twice Russia’s 19% and greater than the 32% U.S. share from 2012 to 2016.

August 22, 2022
Austria: FPÖ Chief Calls for Referendum Vote on Russia Sanctions

Austria: FPÖ Chief Calls for Referendum Vote on Russia Sanctions

Kickl’s calls come as the latest opinion surveys indicate a majority of Austrians are calling for an end to the sanctions against Russia.

August 22, 2022