Europe

Poland Green-Lights Massive Fracking Efforts

Tension has been taut between fracking's economic potential and its environmental risks. In Poland the economic side is winning the day. By John Daly.

Heroin Trade and Illegal Immigration in S.E. Europe

The organized crime industry has established a well-beaten path through Southeastern Europe for the purposes of multilevel illicit activities. By Ioannis Michaletos.

Eastern Mediterranean Energy Games

Developments in natural-gas exploration should prove to have significant bearing on energy security and geopolitics for East-Med countries. By Ioannis Michaletos.

Gas and Geopolitics: Prospects for Russia

Utilizing its abundant supply of natural gas and geographically strategic position, Russia is looking to expand its influence in Europe and Asia. By Sameer Jafri.

European Debt Crisis Going Global

A deal made in Brussels today begins to address the issue of Greek debt, but the crisis in the Eurozone still threatens the world's financial markets. By Ioannis Michaletos.

Germany Sets Aside $130B for Renewable Energy

Shuttering its nuclear power plants and moving toward renewable energy, Germany is making huge investments in the clean technologies of the future. By John Daly.

The Southeastern Europe Pipeline Race

Pipeline competition continues to heat up in Southeastern Europe, involving a multitude of countries and companies vying for giant contracts. By Ioannis Michaletos.