01. The world of intelligence: the major players
The Hamas attack against Israel on October 7, 2023, exposed a major flaw in Israeli intelligence services, considered among the best in the world. In a world where warfare is becoming hybrid, the challenges for intelligence services are immense, and their ability to inform, influence, and manipulate is a primary factor in power.
02. Cities: Facing Heatwaves
By mid-century, the number of cities exposed to temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius for three consecutive months will have tripled. 1.6 billion city dwellers are said to be threatened by these extreme weather events. Excess mortality, respiratory illnesses, and worsening inequalities in cities worldwide. Faced with this emergency, cities are mobilizing and innovating.
03. Serbia: Between Beijing, Brussels, and Moscow?
Serbia, a key Balkan country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, is led by President Aleksandar Vučić. An official candidate for the European Union, he refuses to implement sanctions against Moscow and cultivates his relationship with Beijing. Alongside this geopolitical balancing act, the regime must confront an internal crisis amid accusations of corruption.