Politics is in the hands of older men. There we said it. But why so far in 2025, has it been a rollercoaster ride for many?
The first half of 2025 has brought big changes, with important events in politics, diplomacy, the economy, and society. At the same time, wars, natural disasters, and large protests have shaken many parts of the world. These moments have really left the world saying, “Wait, did that really just happen?”
Let us delve into the article to find out new headlines and trending political news of 2025.
Trending Politics And Diplomacy in 2025
In 2025, we have seen global diplomacy walk a fine line as countries became more divided.
The World Economic Forum in Davos brought leaders together to talk about global shocks, economic growth, and climate change. What happened, more, let us discuss.
- Europe’s Security Challenges
Poland took over the EU Council Presidency on January 1 with the slogan “Security, Europe!” and aimed to boost Europe’s defense during Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. But political disagreements between France and Germany, along with issues in countries like Romania and France, made unity difficult.
In Poland’s June presidential election, right-wing candidate Karol Nawrocki also won by a small margin, but the result led to more than 50,000 election protests. Immigration was a major point of conflict; 44% of right-wing voters saw it as a top issue, compared to only 5% of left-wing voters.
- Kenya’s Youth-Led Protests Against Corruption and Police Brutality
In June 2025, protests led by young people broke out in Kenya after blogger and teacher Albert Omondi Ojwang died in police custody on June 8. The demonstrations began in Nairobi and quickly spread to other cities, including:
- Mombasa
- Kisumu
- Nakuru
Protesters were angry about rising living costs, government corruption, and police violence.
Most of the protests were organized by Gen Z activists through social media. They had no single leader, which gave the movement strong grassroots energy but made it harder to hold talks with the government. A GeoPoll survey showed that 57% of Kenyans believed nothing had improved since the 2024 protests, and 42% wanted new leadership.
- Economic Challenges Worldwide
In 2025, the world economy stayed strong overall but faced big challenges.
China’s growth slowed to 4.5% because of trade disputes and weak local demand. In Europe and Central Asia, growth fell to 2.4% due to trade disruptions. Latin America and the Caribbean were the weakest, growing only 2.3%, affected by uncertainty in U.S. policies and Mexico’s close economic ties with the U.S.
Germany’s economy was described as facing its “worst crisis since World War II,” with high debt and political instability scaring off investors. In South Sudan, a broken oil pipeline, which funds 80% of the country’s budget, caused an economic collapse.
There was some good news: central banks like the European Central Bank and the U.S. Federal Reserve lowered interest rates, giving the economy a bit of relief. However, high service prices and tight job markets slowed the fall of inflation.
- War and Conflict in 2025
The first half of 2025 brought no break from wars around the world.
The Russia-Ukraine war reached its third year on February 24. Trump’s return to office raised concerns that the U.S. might give less support to Ukraine, pushing European countries to step in.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also showed support for Syria’s transitional government, but the fighting in Ukraine continued, and many in the West began feeling “war fatigue.”
In Sudan, the civil war grew worse. Around 750,000 people faced extreme hunger, with famine confirmed in some areas. The violence also spilled into South Sudan, where economic collapse and conflict forced millions from their homes.
The Israel-Gaza conflict saw a ceasefire in early 2025 after Israeli airstrikes in January killed at least 26 Palestinians. Still, the humanitarian crisis deepened when the U.S. cut $230 million in funding for UNRWA, leading to global efforts to keep the agency running.
In Syria, clashes between Druze militias and Syrian forces killed hundreds before a ceasefire was reached by mid-2025.
North Korea added to global tension by ending contact with South Korea and showing off military power, raising fears of a dangerous mistake. While Trump’s earlier nuclear talks with North Korea had shown some promise, Kim Jong Un’s closer ties with Russia left little reason for him to compromise.
- Climate Disasters in 2025
In 2025, climate-related disasters showed just how unstable the year has been.
Southern California was hit by record-breaking wildfires, causing an estimated $250–275 billion in damages, possibly the most expensive natural disaster in U.S. history. In January, a small plane crash in Fullerton, California, added to local troubles, killing two people and injuring 18.
In Myanmar, powerful cyclones and floods made the civil war’s destruction even worse, overwhelming hospitals and clean water systems. Haiti faced earthquakes and hurricanes on top of rising gang violence and hunger, leaving nearly half the population in extreme poverty. In South Sudan, heavy flooding damaged farms and reduced food supplies, deepening the country’s economic and humanitarian crises.
Conclusion
The first half of 2025 showed that the world does not have “quiet years” anymore.
Economic destruction, wars, and climate disasters have been the headlines nonstop. This also tells that how unpredictable global events are. And at the current moment, we are only halfway point. We have no idea what the rest of 2025 will be like.
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FAQs
Q1: What big moments are happening in 2025?
Ans: The big moments happening in 2025 are:
- Expo 2025 Osaka
- G7 Summit in Canada
- NATO Summit in the Netherlands
- FIFA Club World Cup
- World Athletics Championships
- World Aquatics Championships
Q2:What is special about the year 2025 in the world?
Ans: 2025 stands out as a perfect square year. This year promises advances in medicine, space exploration, defense, and technology, but also poses challenges in unregulated advancements.
