# diplomat (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover diplomat. Page: Feed: --- ## [Aid Organizations Call on Austria to Fulfill Its Responsibilities in UN Security Council](https://www.vindobona.org/article/aid-organizations-call-on-austria-to-fulfill-its-responsibilities-in-un-security-council) _2026-08-20 · Vindobona_ On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, Austrian aid organizations are calling on the federal government to use its upcoming membership on the UN Security Council (2027–2028) to pursue a clear, values-based foreign policy. The focus is on protecting the civilian population and banning the use of hunger as a weapon of war. ## [French Conglomerate Paprec Acquires a Majority Stake in the Austrian Company Brantner Green Solutions](https://www.vindobona.org/article/french-conglomerate-paprec-acquires-a-majority-stake-in-the-austrian-company-brantner-green-solution) _2026-08-20 · Vindobona_ A major change is underway in the European waste management and recycling industry: The French Paprec Group is acquiring an 80 percent stake in Brantner Green Solutions, the environmental and waste management division of the long-established Krems-based company Brantner. ## [Luxury at Kuchelauer Harbor with the “Waterline” Residential Project in Vienna-Döbling](https://www.vindobona.org/article/luxury-at-kuchelauer-harbor-with-the-waterline-residential-project-in-vienna-dobling) _2026-08-19 · Vindobona_ Living right on the Danube with a private dock and concierge service: The real estate service provider IMMOcontract is handling the sale of the exclusive new-construction project “Waterline” in Vienna’s upscale 19th district, Döbling. Marketing of the units is currently in full swing. ## [City Airport Train to Switch to Road Transport Starting August 24: New Generation of Trains to Follow in 2027](https://www.vindobona.org/article/city-airport-train-to-switch-to-road-transport-starting-august-24-new-generation-of-trains-to-follow) _2026-08-19 · Vindobona_ An unexpected cable fire in the Vienna Praterstern area and the upcoming major renovation of the Vienna S-Bahn main line are causing changes to the Vienna airport shuttle service. The City Airport Train (CAT) is moving up its planned transition to road transport by two weeks: Starting August 24, 2026, “CAT by bus” will begin operating at frequent intervals in cooperation with Blaguss. At the same… ## [Sonia Farrey Takes Over as the U.K.'s Representative to the UN in Vienna Amid Global Security Concerns](https://www.vindobona.org/article/sonia-farrey-takes-over-as-the-u-k-s-representative-to-the-un-in-vienna-amid-global-security-concern) _2026-08-19 · Vindobona_ From conflict zone expert to chief diplomat at the IAEA and CTBTO: A profile of Sonia Farrey’s career path and the future challenges facing British diplomacy. ## [Austria's Meinl-Reisinger Calls for a Clean Break in the Conflict During a Phone Call with Tehran](https://www.vindobona.org/article/austrias-meinl-reisinger-calls-for-a-clean-break-in-the-conflict-during-a-phone-call-with-tehran) _2026-08-18 · Vindobona_ Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) sought direct contact with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi by telephone. But what is the context behind these efforts, and how successful can they be? ## [IAEA Expresses Concern: Nuclear Material Discovered in Syria and Drone Attack on the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant](https://www.vindobona.org/article/iaea-expresses-concern-nuclear-material-discovered-in-syria-and-drone-attack-on-the-zaporizhzhya-nuc) _2026-08-18 · Vindobona_ The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is currently facing two major security challenges. In Syria, the transitional government announced that it had discovered previously undeclared nuclear material. At the same time, the situation surrounding the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant in Ukraine, which is occupied by Russian troops, continues to escalate. ## [UN Drug Control Board Sounds the Alarm: How Laboratory Equipment Is Flowing Unnoticed Into the Drug Trade](https://www.vindobona.org/article/un-drug-control-board-sounds-the-alarm-how-laboratory-equipment-is-flowing-unnoticed-into-the-drug-t) _2026-08-18 · Vindobona_ Whether tablet presses, mixers, reaction vessels, or glass flasks: What are everyday tools in the pharmaceutical industry, at universities, or in cosmetics manufacturing also form the technical backbone of illegal drug production. The United Nations International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) has now released a comprehensive global report and warns of massive gaps in the monitoring of this… ## [Defiance Among Diplomats: Part 3 - When Silence Looks Like Agreement](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/defiance-among-diplomats-part-3-when) _2026-08-18 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ What happened when I brought the case for defiance to a room of UN ambassadors. ## [Sharp Criticism from Salzburg's IKG President Rosen Calls for the Dismissal of Israeli Security Minister Ben-Gvir](https://www.vindobona.org/article/sharp-criticism-from-salzburgs-ikg-president-rosen-calls-for-the-dismissal-of-israeli-security-minis) _2026-08-16 · Vindobona_ Criticism is mounting significantly following controversial statements by Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir. The Jewish community in Austria is also speaking out. Elie Rosen, president of the Jewish Community of Salzburg, Styria, and Carinthia, has spoken out strongly and is calling for decisive political action. ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CAAaWKO6JTGu) _2026-08-16 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Espionage Alert in Vienna: Austrian Armed Forces Warn Soldiers About 21 Suspected Kremlin Agents](https://www.vindobona.org/article/espionage-alert-in-vienna-austrian-armed-forces-warn-soldiers-about-21-suspected-kremlin-agents) _2026-08-16 · Vindobona_ An unprecedented move by the Austrian Ministry of Defense is causing political upheaval: All members of the Austrian Armed Forces—including the militia—were warned via email about suspected Russian espionage. Using the names and photos of 21 suspects, the Defense Intelligence Service is investigating possible contacts with the troops. The disclosure has sparked a heated debate about Vienna’s role… ## [Zimbabwe’s Export Future Hinges on Building More Competitive Manufacturers](https://thediplomat.co.zw/zimbabwes-export-future-hinges-on-building-more-competitive-manufacturers/) _2026-08-14 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Zimbabwe’s ambition to grow its presence in regional and global markets is increasingly shifting from securing trade agreements to strengthening the manufacturers capable of taking advantage of them. This emerged… The post Zimbabwe’s Export Future Hinges on Building More Competitive Manufacturers appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [ZTA Unveils Roadmap For Women, Youth Tourism Chapters](https://thediplomat.co.zw/zta-unveils-roadmap-for-women-youth-tourism-chapters/) _2026-08-13 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has outlined a detailed roadmap for building the newly launched national chapters of Women in Tourism and Youth in Tourism, following the selection of pioneering… The post ZTA Unveils Roadmap For Women, Youth Tourism Chapters appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Meinl-Reisinger Calls on U.S. Secretary of State Rubio in Washington for a Reliable Trade Policy](https://www.vindobona.org/article/meinl-reisinger-calls-on-u-s-secretary-of-state-rubio-in-washington-for-a-reliable-trade-policy) _2026-08-13 · Vindobona_ Ahead of Austria’s upcoming term on the UN Security Council in 2027–2028, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio are discussing global security crises in Ukraine and the Middle East—as well as significant differences of opinion regarding U.S. tariffs. ## [Austria on the UN Security Council, 2027–2028: Engaging in Global Politics Through “Partnership, Dialogue, and Trust”](https://www.vindobona.org/article/austria-on-the-un-security-council-2027-ndash-2028-engaging-in-global-politics-through-partnership-d) _2026-08-13 · Vindobona_ In a world of geopolitical tensions and shattered trust, Austria is relying on its traditional strengths: diplomacy, international law, and neutral mediation. For the 2027–2028 term, the small country in the Alps will assume responsibility as a non-permanent member of the United Nations’ most powerful body. Under the central theme “Partnership – Dialogue – Trust,” Vienna has presented a… ## [Countdown Begins As Zimbabwe Young Achievers Awards Promises Night Of Glitz And Recognition](https://thediplomat.co.zw/countdown-begins-as-zimbabwe-young-achievers-awards-promises-night-of-glitz-and-recognition/) _2026-08-12 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ With just days remaining before Zimbabwe’s inaugural Young Achievers Awards, organisers say final preparations are underway for what they are promising will be an exquisite evening of celebration, networking and… The post Countdown Begins As Zimbabwe Young Achievers Awards Promises Night Of Glitz And Recognition appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [(untitled)](https://thediplomat.co.zw/4102-2/) _2026-08-12 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Reggae Roadblock is taking its monthly live music platform into a new setting on 30 August, teaming up with the British Council Gardens in a move organisers describe as part… The post appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Africa Voices Now! Returns to Harare with Three New Local Plays](https://thediplomat.co.zw/africa-voices-now-returns-to-harare-with-three-new-local-plays/) _2026-08-12 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Almasi Collaborative Arts has announced the 2026 edition of Africa Voices Now!, its annual festival of new African plays, which will return to Harare’s Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre from 17… The post Africa Voices Now! Returns to Harare with Three New Local Plays appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Edwina Korir Appointed MultiChoice Zimbabwe Country CEO](https://thediplomat.co.zw/edwina-korir-appointed-multichoice-zimbabwe-country-ceo/) _2026-08-10 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ MultiChoice Zimbabwe has appointed Ms Edwina Korir as its new Country CEO, effective 1 August 2026, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience across the media, telecommunications and fast-moving… The post Edwina Korir Appointed MultiChoice Zimbabwe Country CEO appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Zimbabwe and Spain Deepen Bilateral Tourism Cooperation](https://thediplomat.co.zw/rwodzi-pushes-spain-to-sign-tourism-mou/) _2026-08-08 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Zimbabwe and Spain are moving to deepen bilateral tourism cooperation, with Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Barbara Rwodzi pressing for the immediate signing of a newly concluded Tourism Memorandum… The post Zimbabwe and Spain Deepen Bilateral Tourism Cooperation appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SNq49KP3s3WO) _2026-08-08 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [Minister Ziyambi Confronts Intersex Rights Gaps](https://thediplomat.co.zw/minister-ziyambi-confronts-intersex-rights-gaps/) _2026-08-07 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Hon Ziyambi Ziyambi convened a high-level breakfast meeting on intersex rights and inclusion at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Harare on Wednesday, bringing… The post Minister Ziyambi Confronts Intersex Rights Gaps appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Delta Invests into the Welfare of Children at Matthew Rusike Home](https://thediplomat.co.zw/delta-invests-into-the-welfare-of-children-at-matthew-rusike-home/) _2026-08-05 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Delta Corporation Limited has to date invested approximately US$70,000 in St Matthew’s Rusike Children’s Home over the past seven years, strengthening its long-standing partnership with the institution through projects targeting… The post Delta Invests into the Welfare of Children at Matthew Rusike Home appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Ambassador Almassri Raises Alarm Over Gaza Attacks](https://thediplomat.co.zw/ambassador-almassri-raises-alarm-over-gaza-attacks/) _2026-08-04 · Tsitsi Ndabambi · The Diplomat News_ Ambassador Tamer Almassri has strongly condemned what he described as ongoing Israeli war crimes in the Gaza Strip, particularly attacks targeting healthcare facilities, medical infrastructure and civilians. Almassri said the… The post Ambassador Almassri Raises Alarm Over Gaza Attacks appeared first on The Diplomat News . ## [Defiance Among Diplomats: Part 2 - How to Defy a Power Greater Than Yours](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/defiance-among-diplomats-part-2-how) _2026-07-22 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ What happened when I brought the case for defiance to a room of UN ambassadors. ## [Why You Don't Need To Be Loud To Be Defiant](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/why-you-dont-need-to-be-loud-to-be) _2026-07-05 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ Defiance is not a personality trait. It is a practice anyone can build. ## [Defiance Among Diplomats: Part 1 - Whose Values Win?](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/defiance-among-diplomats-part-1-whose) _2026-06-30 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ What happened when I brought the case for defiance to a room of UN ambassadors. ## [The Case Against Brainstorming Out Loud](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/the-case-against-brainstorming-out) _2026-04-07 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ Why your best thinking never makes it to the whiteboard — and a two-minute fix. ## [A deep discussion on defiance + social change](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/a-deep-discussion-on-defiance-social) _2026-02-24 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ A recording from Dr. Sunita Sah and Todd Kashdan's live video [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/189067409/eff0e2427be948cd5435149981411d60.mp3) ## [What a Year of Defiance Has Taught Me](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/what-a-year-of-defiance-has-taught) _2026-02-19 · Defiant By Design_ How To Speak Up When It Matters ## [The Prove-It-Again Tax (And 5 Ways to Stop Paying It)](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/the-prove-it-again-tax-and-5-ways) _2026-02-03 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ The hidden surcharge on women's decisions and how to build systems that reduce it ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/L1AB9qcXZmiK) _2026-02-03 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [Six Words That Build Trust (And Why We're Trained Not to Say Them)](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/six-words-that-build-trust-and-why) _2026-01-27 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ What happens when you acknowledge what someone is feeling—instead of pretending not to notice. ## [When Is It Safe to Defy?](https://sunitasah.substack.com/p/when-is-it-safe-to-defy) _2026-01-20 · Dr. Sunita Sah · Defiant By Design_ Stop asking if it’s safe to speak up. Start asking what you’re risking by staying silent.