Media Contributions

Prof. Heinemann-Grüder at GMX: The hurdles of Ukrainian elections: martial law, destruction and logistical problems¹

The Ukrainian government is under pressure to hold elections. However, the war and the associated challenges pose major hurdles. According to experts, it is difficult to hold elections under the current conditions.

Landry Charrier at FOCUS online: Merz, Macron and the power game - A balancing act between departure and mistrust²

In Paris, expectations of the future Chancellor Merz are particularly high. Dr. Landry Charrier, an expert on Franco-German relations, sheds light on the current situation from the French perspective.

Guest article by Prof. Ulrich Schlie at Anadolu Ajansı: “Annalena Baerbock's controversial UN bid”³

In a guest article by Prof. Ulrich Schlie for Anadolu Ajansı, he criticizes Baerbock's surprising UN bid as a diplomatic misstep that has damaged Germany's reputation.

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H2 Reality Check: Hydrogen ramp-up - EU strategy between ambition and geopolitical reality⁴

Hydrogen is an important part of the EU's and Germany's climate neutrality strategy. Far-reaching progress is required for the ramp-up, otherwise there is a risk that the targets will not be met. A report by Cassis and EWI analyzes the status of the market ramp-up.

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Dr. Joachim Weber interviewed by phoenix on the meeting between Orban and Netanyahu⁵

Dr. Joachim Weber comments on the new meeting between Viktor Orban and Benjamin Netanyahu in Hungary.

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Dr. Joachim Weber interviewed by phoenix on the NATO meeting⁶

Dr. Joachim Weber comments on the new meeting of NATO partners in Brussels.

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Dr. Antje Nötzold in a podcast discussion on Hungry Minds: How does warfare work in space?⁷

In a new edition of the “Hungry Minds” podcast, Dr. Antje Nötzold talks to Ronja Ebeling and Dr. Kilian Hampel about warfare in space and how it is viewed in the strategic competition between world powers.

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Dr. habil. Landry Charrier - After the Le Pen ruling, a personnel issue puts France's right wing to the test⁸

In light of tensions within the party and a damning court ruling against Marine Le Pen, the future of the Rassemblement National is increasingly becoming the focus of political debate in France. The discussion about her possible replacement and the role of party figures such as Jordan Bardella reveals deep-rooted power struggles within the right-wing camp. This is not just about personnel issues, but also about the strategic self-image of the French right and its influence on the political balance in a country that is facing a variety of domestic and foreign policy challenges.

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