Sporting events are never completely devoid of political content, especially when states or athletes express their opinions regarding certain events. Well, with the approach of the 2026 World Cup, following the pressure on Europe, the violation of human rights and international law norms by the US, will Europe pretend this is just football, or is there something more important?

Empathy fatigue from a constructivist standpoint highlights a shift in collective norms surrounding crisis and responsibility, transforming moral emergencies into expected features of international politics.

Volker Wittpahl: If I had a wish for Christmas, I would say if we had a kind of driving license for any smartphone and for every internet service for every citizen, no matter what age, then we wouldn't have this problem. But we will never get this license like a driving license for a car.

Far beyond fame, Bad Bunny embodies a Puerto Rican narrative. These are the people who, amidst hurricanes, privatizations, and debt, resist. In a land that remains an unincorporated territory of the United States, his music becomes a symbol of sovereignty.

Geopolitical literacy means more than knowing international headlines; it is the ability to connect geography, history, and political dynamics to understand why events happen and how they might evolve. It requires critical thinking to identify patterns, assess multiple perspectives, recognize bias, and interpret data and narratives objectively.

This is not a new phenomenon. Indeed, the myth of a “new era” persists in Lebanon’s political vocabulary. It is recycled every few years by the same elites who have no intention of changing the system that keeps them in power and keeps the people’s sense of identity divided. This language of rebirth has come to feel like denial. It is impossible to inaugurate a new era when the same oppressive political structures are completely intact.

The EU bubble serves as a powerful example of what can be accomplished through international cooperation.

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