Saudi Arabia Weighs Its Response to Deadly Houthi Attack on Riyadh
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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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2026 Fourth-Quarter Forecast

Elections, escalating conflicts, tight energy markets and intensifying trade competition will result in shifting constraints and high geopolitical risk.

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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.

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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.

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