Sophie Laurent, Europe Correspondent

Sophie Laurent covers European affairs with expertise in EU institutions, Brexit implementation, and continental politics. Born in Lyon and educated at Sciences Po Paris, she is fluent in French, German, and English. She previously worked as Brussels correspondent for France 24 and maintains an extensive network of EU contacts.
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China’s Strategic Calculations Amid the Escalating Iran Conflict

As the conflict in the Middle East intensifies, China finds itself navigating…

Escalating Conflict: Israel Launches Strikes in Beirut and Tehran Amid Heightened Tensions

In a dramatic escalation of regional hostilities, the Israeli Defence Forces have…

China’s Calculated Response to the Iran Conflict: A Balancing Act Amidst Turmoil

** As tensions escalate in the Middle East following the outbreak of…

China’s Strategic Calculations Amidst Middle Eastern Turmoil

As conflict continues to unfold in the Middle East, China finds itself…

Escalation in the Middle East: Israel Strikes Tehran and Beirut Amid Rising Tensions

In a dramatic escalation of conflict in the Middle East, the Israeli…

Legal Action Launched Against Eswatini Over Treatment of US Deportees

** Three men who were deported to Eswatini from the United States…

The Iran Conflict: A Catalyst for China’s Strategic Reevaluation in the Middle East

** China is currently assessing the implications of the ongoing conflict in…

Legal Action Launched Against Eswatini Over Deportation Detention of US Criminals

** Three men who were deported from the United States to Eswatini…

Legal Action Launched Against Eswatini Over Deportee Detentions by US

** Three men, deported from the United States to Eswatini rather than…

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