Deutsche Welle

🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 20, 2026

How can Ukraine strengthen its support from Europe amid changing political relationships?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump’s demands to stop. Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated in recent days over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications

United States

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 20, 2026

How should our community respond to the food aid cuts for people in Gaza?

The number of people helped by the UN agency in the Palestinian territory will drop by about a third - from 1.6 million to 1.1 million

Global

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🏛️ Politics

Oct 20, 2026

What might be the benefits and challenges of Alberta staying in Canada versus becoming independent?

Residents of the province were asked if they wish to remain in Canada or to hold another vote on breaking away, in a referendum that left both sides unhappy

Canada

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🏥 Healthcare

Oct 20, 2026

What steps should Kenya consider to address the rise in Ebola cases and protect public health?

⁠Three health workers who ⁠treated the country's first Ebola patient are among the latest confirmed cases

Kenya

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🏛️ Politics

Oct 19, 2026

What do you think are the important roles of special prosecutors in campus safety and sexual assault cases?

Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed the state attorney general to investigate a former Cornell University student’s allegation of rape. The woman has sued seven men in connection with the alleged assault

United States

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 19, 2026

What are the possible effects of waiving Russia sanctions on U.S. relationships with Ukraine and other countries?

US President Donald Trump has waived more sanctions on Russia in a bid to ease energy prices

Qatar

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 19, 2026

What should Romania consider when responding to drone activity over the Black Sea?

The drones were shot down by F-16 fighter jets some 20 kilometers southeast of the town of Sulina

Romania

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🏛️ Politics

Oct 19, 2026

What are the best ways for communities to address the reasons behind protests like those happening in France?

Protesters have set fire to cars and buildings in France as demonstrations escalate

France

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 18, 2026

What are the possible effects of international arrests on diplomatic relations between countries?

Russian intelligence agents have arrested a Swedish man they say led a Ukrainian drone unit. He was detained at Russia's western border and is accused of planning acts of terrorism and sabotage

Russia

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 18, 2026

What should Egypt consider when deciding to defend another country like Saudi Arabia?

CAIRO, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Saturday Egypt would take any measures necessary to defend Saudi Arabia if asked, amid escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom, and parliament announced an emergency session on Sunday. "It is inconceivable that we would allow Saudi Arabia, its security or stability to be harmed," Sisi said at a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian Military Academy. He said Egypt was not seeking to attack anyone, but was prepared to act in defence

Egypt

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📈 Economy

Oct 18, 2026

What effects might the new free trade deal with European countries have on Vietnam's economy and its people?

The deal, between Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economy and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) eliminates or reduces customs duties, including on imports of industrial, fish and agricultural products

Vietnam

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🌍 Geopolitics

Oct 18, 2026

What should be done to address the conflict in Ethiopia and its impact on neighboring countries?

After contagion in the Arabian Peninsula, should the entire Horn of Africa fear a domino effect? Just as Donald Trump’s decision to invade Iran drew the Saudis back to Yemen: did threats over the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb light the fuse in Ethiopia, where last week, unresolved issues between the government and its Tigray region erupted? Could a potential return to civil war draw in regional rivals?

Ethiopia

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