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Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

After nearly a thousand days of Europe’s most intense conflict since the Nazi era, the prospect of peace negotiations in Ukraine seems to be emerging. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz‘s recent decision to reach out to Russian President Vladimir Putin has ended a prolonged period during which major NATO leaders largely isolated the Kremlin leader. This development was particularly disappointing for Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, occurring … Continue reading Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

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The future of U.S. defense treaties remains uncertain under a potential Trump 2.0 administration

Shortly after President-elect Donald Trump announced his choice of Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth for the position of Secretary of Defense, U.S. media received a flurry of messages and calls from both current and former senior military leaders expressing their thoughts. One described the decision as “ridiculous,” while another referred to it as “an effing (euphemism inserted) nightmare.” It is important to … Continue reading The future of U.S. defense treaties remains uncertain under a potential Trump 2.0 administration

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and U.S. then-President Donald Trump shake hands over the military demarcation line between North and South Korea on June 30, 2019.
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Trump faces a notably different North Korean leader this time

No leader in the United States has approached relations with North Korea in the same manner as Donald Trump. The former president transitioned from issuing threats of “fire and fury” against Kim Jong Un for missile tests to developing a personal rapport, engaging in a series of historic summits, and even claiming that the two had fallen “in love.” This unexpected alliance is now poised … Continue reading Trump faces a notably different North Korean leader this time

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What are the potential origins and locations for the outbreak of a third world war?

East Asia poses the most significant threat to global peace, with potential conflicts here being more intense and larger in scale than any that could arise in the Middle East or Europe. In contrast to its challenges in Afghanistan and a mixed performance in Ukraine and the Middle East, the Biden administration has established a robust diplomatic legacy in Asia. It has created a network … Continue reading What are the potential origins and locations for the outbreak of a third world war?

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People watch a TV broadcasting a news report on North Korea firing missiles that flew 400 km after lifting off at around 7:30 a.m. from Sariwon, just south of the capital Pyongyang, at a railway station in Seoul, South Korea, November 5, 2024.
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North Korea launched 7 short-range ballistic missiles

North Korea launched a minimum of seven short-range ballistic missiles on Tuesday from its east coast, as reported by Japan’s defense minister. This action occurred shortly after Pyongyang criticized military exercises conducted by its adversaries and just hours prior to the U.S. election. Kim Jong Un‘s sister denounced the joint drills involving the United States, Japan, and South Korea in a statement released by the … Continue reading North Korea launched 7 short-range ballistic missiles

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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
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Russia has questioned the UN on why North Korea shouldn’t aid them if the West is backing Ukraine

Russia’s representative to the United Nations raised concerns on Wednesday regarding the lack of support from its allies, such as North Korea, in its conflict with Ukraine, especially in light of Western nations asserting their right to assist Kyiv. During a Security Council meeting, Vassily Nebenzia encountered strong opposition from representatives of the United States, Britain, South Korea, Ukraine, and others, who accused Russia of … Continue reading Russia has questioned the UN on why North Korea shouldn’t aid them if the West is backing Ukraine

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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia.
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Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

The 2024 BRICS summit held in Russia this week served as a platform for Moscow and Beijing to express their mutual anti-Western sentiments and global aspirations. However, analysts suggest that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine may be straining the “no limits” partnership between the two nations. The choice of Russia as the summit’s venue was strategically important, particularly in light of global efforts to isolate … Continue reading Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

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Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a permanent meeting of the Russian Security Council on nuclear deterrence.
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Putin says decision to utilize North Korean troops is a matter for Russia alone

President Vladimir Putin stated on Friday that the decision to utilize North Korean troops is a matter for Russia alone. He emphasized that if Ukraine seeks NATO membership, Moscow reserves the right to take necessary actions to safeguard its security. On Wednesday, the United States reported evidence indicating that North Korea has dispatched 3,000 troops to Russia, potentially for deployment in Ukraine, a development that … Continue reading Putin says decision to utilize North Korean troops is a matter for Russia alone

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Kyiv says contingent of North Korean soldiers has been observed in Russia’s Kursk region

A contingent of North Korean soldiers has been observed in Russia‘s Kursk region, which borders Ukraine and has been the site of ongoing military activities, as reported by Ukraine’s military intelligence service on Thursday. In a statement shared on its official Telegram channel, the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine indicated that some North Korean troops, who had undergone training in Russia’s far east, have arrived in … Continue reading Kyiv says contingent of North Korean soldiers has been observed in Russia’s Kursk region

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Are China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea forming a military coalition against the West?

The arrival of thousands of North Korean troops in Russia for training this month, as reported by US intelligence, has raised concerns about their potential deployment to support Moscow’s efforts in Ukraine. This development has alarmed the United States and its allies, highlighting the increasing collaboration among anti-Western nations, which poses a significant and urgent security threat. These nations are transitioning from mere partnerships of … Continue reading Are China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea forming a military coalition against the West?

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