Significant gaps in our understanding of influence campaigns' scale and impact are hindering the ability to develop effective responses.

The United States launched a trade war against Canada, their closest ally and partner. … At the same time, they’re talking about working positively with Russia (and) appeasing Vladimir Putin,

Friedrich Merz now heads the German government. He has vowed to make foreign policy a top priority, visiting France and Poland on his first day in office.During his election campaign, Friedrich Merz complained frequently that Germany's closest foreign policy partnership-- with France-- had been neglected under the government of his predecessor,

Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed to invest in Canada’s foreign service, arguing that diplomacy is becoming increasingly important in a dangerous world. A union official representing foreign service officers and a senator who once served Canada overseas say they’re optimistic about Carney’s plans but they want to see the details.

President Donald Trump slammed Pierre Poilievre, the leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, after its election losses, saying, “It was the one that hated Trump, I think, the least that won.”

Albania will elect a new parliament on Sunday. Prime Minister Edi Rama is seeking a historic fourth consecutive term. The election will also be a key test for the country's EU integration.

Graham’s journey on foreign policy has helped him get what he needs to survive his next election in 2026: A Trump endorsement in a state full of Republicans who are often skeptical of him.

The 52-year-old mayor of the town of Campulung, in central Romania, Lasconi was the runner-up in the presidential election that was cancelled in December over accusations of Russian meddling in favour of the far-right frontrunner Calin Georgescu.