Olivia Santos, Foreign Affairs Correspondent

Olivia Santos covers international diplomacy, foreign policy, and global security issues. With a PhD in International Security from King's College London and fluency in Portuguese and Spanish, she brings academic rigor to her analysis of geopolitical developments. She previously worked at the International Crisis Group before transitioning to journalism.
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Europe Confronts New Realities: Seeking Military Independence from the US Amid Global Tensions

A recent report prepared for the upcoming Munich Security Conference underscores a…

Portugal’s António José Seguro Claims Presidential Victory Amidst Far-Right Surge

In a decisive electoral outcome, António José Seguro of the Socialist Party…

Controversy Erupts Over Leaked Foetal Image as Anti-Abortion Activism Gains Momentum

A serious breach of confidentiality is currently under scrutiny in Australia following…

UK Condemns Hong Kong’s Sentencing of Pro-Democracy Activist as Life Sentence

** In a significant diplomatic response, the UK Foreign Secretary has denounced…

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Abducted Hours After Release, Sparking Outrage

In a troubling turn of events, Juan Pablo Guanipa, a prominent leader…

The Rise of Drone Warfare: Jihadist Groups Adapt Tactics in West Africa

** The evolving landscape of warfare in West Africa is witnessing a…

Social Media Faces Landmark Trial in Los Angeles That Could Reshape Its Future

** In a pivotal moment for the digital landscape, social media platforms…

Tributes Pour In for Jon Kudelka: Celebrated Australian Political Cartoonist Passes Away at 53

Jon Kudelka, the renowned Australian political cartoonist, has tragically passed away at…

Jimmy Lai: The Media Mogul at the Centre of a Legal Storm in Hong Kong

The saga surrounding Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai has reached a…

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