Polemics Magazine

Is the West (and Austria) in Breach of the Genocide Convention? As the International Court of Justice examines whether Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide, the role of its Western allies is under increasing scrutiny. Austria, among others, initially suspended funding to UNRWA—Gaza’s primary aid provider—despite a UN mandate to ensure humanitarian support. Could these decisions carry legal consequences? This article explores the fine line between diplomatic support and potential complicity in war crimes. 🔗 Read the article by William Haeussler, edited by Alexandra Steinhof: https://lnkd.in/dF2C2rAN #HumanRights #InternationalLaw #ICJ #GenocideConvention #Gaza #Diplomacy #Accountability #PolemicsMagazine #DiplomacyMatters

As the International Court of Justice examines whether Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide, the role of its Western allies is under increasing scrutiny. Austria, among others, initially suspended funding to UNRWA—Gaza’s primary aid provider—despite a UN mandate to ensure humanitarian support. Could these decisions carry legal consequences? This article explores the fine line between diplomatic support and potential complicity in war crimes. Read the full article by William Haeussler, edited by Alexandra Steinhof: https://lnkd.in/dsCkFv_W #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #PolemicsMagazine #GenocideConvention #ICJ #Gaza #DiplomacyMatters

Fought but Unnamed No modern great power openly declares war anymore—yet conflicts rage on. From “special military operations” to “preemptive strikes,” the language of war has changed, but its reality remains. Why do states avoid the word “war,” and what does international law actually achieve if violations persist? The answer lies in history, diplomacy, and a long-term shift in global attitudes. Read the article by Fedor Agapov, edited by Jolán Mária Bogányi:https://lnkd.in/dgH3xkuA #InternationalLaw #WarAndPeace #UNCharter #GlobalPolitics #Geopolitics #HistoryMatters #DiplomacyMatters #PolemicsMagazine #WorldOrder

🇵🇸Gaza: The End of the Rule-Based Order As war crimes unfold in real-time and international institutions stand paralyzed, the question is no longer just about Gaza—it’s about the future of global governance. If international law is ignored, if resolutions are meaningless, and if impunity reigns, what remains of the post-WWII order? 🔗Read the full article by Katrin Julia Mayer, edited by Sarah Jiayi Drogies: https://lnkd.in/dcJC-SSv #Gaza #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #Geopolitics #GlobalCrisis #RuleOfLaw #PolemicsMagazine #DiplomacyMatters

🇫🇷Gabriel Attal – Portrait d’une ambition De la cour des ministères aux projecteurs de Matignon, Gabriel Attal s’est imposé comme l’étoile montante du macronisme. Son ascension fulgurante, son charisme et sa stratégie politique en font un acteur clé des années à venir. Entre 2027 et la mairie de Paris, quel sera son prochain mouvement ? 🔗Découvrez l’analyse de Killian Brette, éditée par Sarah Pavlis, dans Polemics Magazine: https://lnkd.in/dcnPmN6e #GabrielAttal #PolitiqueFrançaise #Macronisme #Ambition #PolemicsMagazine #Dilplomatie #Matignon #Élections #Horizon2027

⚡Energy Tech and Grid Integration: How Crucial is the Connection? As the world pushes toward renewables, grid integration has become a make-or-break issue. Intermittent energy production, storage challenges, and infrastructure bottlenecks are slowing the transition. But can cutting-edge technologies—AI, blockchain, and smart grids—bridge the gap? 🔗Read Mariam Gavashelishvili’s latest piece, edited by Wendt Lukas von Reichenbach von Thüngen:https://lnkd.in/dpnaHcWR #EnergyTech #GridIntegration #Renewables #SmartGrids #PolemicsMagazine #DiplomacyMatters

⚡Flipping the Switch: Europe’s Green Energy Gamble The war in Ukraine exposed Europe’s energy dependence, pushing leaders to rethink energy security and accelerate the green transition. But can renewables, LNG imports, and infrastructure overhauls keep up with the urgency of the crisis? 🔗Read Miriam Schuller’s latest article, edited by Wendt Lukas von Reichenbach von Thüngen:https://lnkd.in/dXn7z5QV #FlippingTheSwitch #EnergyTransition #Renewables #EnergySecurity #PolemicsMagazine #DiplomacyMatters

🇨🇳 Is China’s Growth Model Sustainable? China’s economic rise has been impressive, but its mix of market liberalization and tight political control is showing cracks. Can it escape the middle-income trap, or is stagnation inevitable? 🔗Read the full article by Leo Hirnschrodt, edited by Jolán Mária Bogányi: https://lnkd.in/dPGVpyfs #China #Economy #GrowthModel #PolemicsMagazine  #MiddleIncomeTrap #EconomicPolicy #DiplomacyMatters

🇪🇺Sustainability vs. Finance – Can the EU Balance Both? The EU’s ambitious climate agenda is at odds with its own fiscal rules. As member states face mounting debt, economic slowdowns, and rising climate costs, green investment risks getting pushed aside. The challenge? Cut spending without derailing climate action. 💡Does Europe need a new financial approach, or will climate policies take a backseat? 🔗Read the full article by Konstantin Philipp, edited by Paul Mair: https://lnkd.in/dCeWXnCN #Sustainability #Finance #ClimatePolicy #EU #GreenTransition #PolemicsMagazine #ClimateFinance #EuropeanUnion #DiplomacyMatters

🇦🇷 Careful With That Chainsaw – The Cost of Milei’s Economic Overhaul Javier Milei came to power with a promise: radical reforms to dismantle the state and revive Argentina’s economy. Over a year in, inflation is slowing, foreign investors are watching—but at what cost? With over 50% of Argentinians now living below the poverty line, many are asking: Is this economic shock therapy a necessary sacrifice or an unsustainable disaster? 💡Who wins, who loses, and how long can Argentina endure the pain before real recovery begins? 🔗Read the full article by Sebastian Rosenauer, edited by Sergio Uribe Henao: https://lnkd.in/djra5DX6 #Debate #Argentina #JavierMilei #EconomicCrisis #Austerity #PolemicsMagazine #Libertarianism #LatinAmerica #Inflation #DiplomacyMatters