The conflict between Iran and Israel raises concerns about the global economic impact – oil prices are rising. On the left, Iran's capital Tehran. Images: Tostphoto/Getty images, Murchundra/Getty Images via Canva.
Of: Meklit Teklu
Just days before a scheduled call between the United States and Iran regarding the latter's nuclear program, Israel carried out attacks on several of Iran's military and nuclear facilities. This was followed by counter-offensives from Iran and June 22nd of American attacks on Iranian Goal. The development magazine summarizes the latest developments.
June 24, 2025, Development magazine explains
Sweden is the only EU country to have stopped its support for UNRWA - the UN relief agency for Palestine refugees. Images: David Scaduto/Flickr, European Union/Flickr
Of: Elina Malmberg and Isabel Odelfelt
Gaza and USA has been at the center of previous weeks debate. The government says belta tone against Israel but is criticized for acting for lite and for sent. In the USA, Donald Trump wakes up Trumps Meetings with Putin and Ramaphosa provoked strong reactions.
May 27, 2025, Current debate
"Save the Children and other organizations can treat Gaza's malnourished children, but we are not allowed to do our job. Instead, children are forced to eat animal feed and leaves to avoid dying," write representatives of Save the Children. Image: Hosny Sala/ Pixabay via Canva
Of: Meklit Teklu and Nora Sargin
Last week's discussions on global issues on Swedish debate and editorial pages have been dominated by the crisis in Gaza. Critics argue that the Swedish government should do more to stop starvation and bloodshed, while responsible ministers point to dialogues and aid volumes. Other texts draw attention to the effects of Europe's energy and technology dependence on authoritarian states, and Trump's foreign and trade policies continue to be the subject of criticism.
May 20, 2025, Current debate
