Political Dynamics And Shifting Currents: Unpacking Big Geopolitical Events

Join us for the Global Affairs Club discussion as we examine critical geopolitical turning points, major upcoming elections, and key historical anniversaries across Europe, Eurasia, and the world. From high-stakes parliamentary contests to foundational shifts in transatlantic security, this session breaks down the events shaping international policy in the second half of 2026. Preliminary topics: Retrospective on the 25th anniversary of September 11 in the USA and its lasting impact on international relations. Federal Parliamentary elections in Russia. Key themes emerging from the high-level general debate at United Nations General Assembly in New York. 4 State elections in Germany and their impact on the federal government. Examining the landmark referendum in Iceland on resuming EU accession negotiations.