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Syria: The Jihadist Ghosts of Al-Sharaa

Conflictos armados y mapas de la provincia de Idlib con figuras clave.

The government of Ahmed Al-Sharaa in Syria faces discontent from allied jihadist groups such as Hayat Tahrir al Sham, complicated by internal divisions and the influence of the Islamic State. A mediation sought by Al-Sharaa is hindered by the jihadists’ distrust.

Transforming the EU: Digital Services Need More Than Just the Digital Omnibus for Competitiveness

Un rompecabezas fragmentado con una cerradura y una balanza inclinada.

The European Commission proposed a digital omnibus to simplify regulations in the EU, but fails to achieve a transformative reform or the desired competitiveness. Changes are proposed in data regulations, particularly in the Data Act, although it presents deficiencies. The proposal includes modifications to the GDPR to address consumer fatigue with privacy consent notifications, with browser extensions as a solution.

How can Europe reduce economic security risks?

Un globo con vínculos de cadena de suministro debilitados entre los centros.

Europe must implement risk mitigation strategies, adapting tools to a changing geopolitical context. It is recommended to reduce dependencies on critical materials and digital and financial sectors, identify critical points in supply chains and use the Anti-Coercion Instrument selectively. Additionally, it is suggested to use industrial policy tools and economic associations in a balanced way, avoiding penalizing partners in trade agreements.

A Comprehensive Approach to Understanding Effective Education

Un diagrama que ilustra la intersección de métodos de investigación en educación.

The U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences focuses on identifying effective educational programs. The Trump Administration cut its budget, generating financial uncertainty and job insecurity for researchers. It is necessary to expand educational research to understand how and why programs work, including causal, qualitative, and contextual studies.