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Saudi Arabia Weighs Its Response to Deadly Houthi Attack on Riyadh
Saudi Arabia will most likely intensify airstrikes on the Houthis and outsource ground operations to Yemeni allies, but other options, such as a full-scale military intervention in Yemen or renewed diplomatic efforts, remain on the table.
Oct 16, 2026
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Kazakhstan: Astana Joins World Bank's Metals and Minerals Compact in Bid To Attract $20B in Investment
Oct 16, 2026
India: Modi To Visit Canada on Dec. 11-12
Oct 16, 2026
Russia, Ukraine: Neptune Strike at Borisoglebsk Airfield Deals Costly Blow to Russian Aviation
Oct 16, 2026
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Oct 16, 2026
France and Germany Reach Deal to Protect Europe’s Car Industry
France and Germany struck a deal aimed at safeguarding Europe’s struggling auto sector, including becoming more flexible with decarbonization rules and providing incentives for investment.
Oct 16, 2026
EU to Boost Its Power to Block Chinese Goods in Trade Fight
The European Union is preparing to create new trade powers that could completely shut off access to its single market as part of a dramatic new push to cut the trade deficit with China.
Oct 16, 2026
Germany Pressures Croatia to Resolve Bilateral Disputes With Montenegro Over EU Accession
The German government is pressuring Croatia to swiftly resolve its bilateral disputes with Montenegro, which would otherwise risk derailing Podgorica's accession process. Earlier this week, Zagreb circulated an eight-point list of grievances that it wants resolved before Podgorica can finalize its accession bid.
Forecasts PREMIUM
Sep 28, 2026
2026 Fourth-Quarter Forecast
Elections, escalating conflicts, tight energy markets and intensifying trade competition will result in shifting constraints and high geopolitical risk.
Jun 29, 2026
2026 Third-Quarter Forecast
A fragile truce in the Middle East, persistent energy-driven inflation, shifting U.S. trade policy and escalating regional pressures from Europe to Africa will collectively shape geopolitical risk in the third quarter.
Mar 30, 2026
2026 Second-Quarter Forecast
The second quarter will test global resilience as lingering conflicts and energy shocks converge to heighten economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility.




