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Putin told Scholz that Russia is open to energy collaboration, per the Kremlin

President Vladimir Putin informed German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday that Russia is open to discussing energy agreements if Berlin expresses interest, according to a statement from the Kremlin. This marked their first phone conversation since December 2022. The Kremlin reported that the two leaders engaged in a “detailed and frank exchange of views” regarding Ukraine, with Putin reiterating his long-standing position that any peace … Continue reading Putin told Scholz that Russia is open to energy collaboration, per the Kremlin

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Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People.
DIPLOMACY

World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

As global leaders convene for two significant summits in South America in the coming days, the uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House is expected to cast a long shadow. Many will be contemplating the implications of Trump’s “America First” policy on the global economy and ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. China, in particular, is preparing for potentially strained … Continue reading World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

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Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for UN ambassador, has declined to reaffirm her previous support for Ukraine’s NATO membership

New York Representative Elise Stefanik, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the US ambassador to the United Nations, is now distancing herself from her earlier advocacy for Ukraine’s NATO membership, which she previously described as essential for regional stability. Her office has also refrained from confirming whether she maintains her assertion from 2022 that Russia committed genocide in Ukraine. In … Continue reading Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for UN ambassador, has declined to reaffirm her previous support for Ukraine’s NATO membership

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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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U.S. President Donald Trump is interviewed by Fox and Friends co-host Pete Hegseth at the White House in Washington, U.S.
DEFENCE

Hegseth, a supporter of ousting ‘woke’ military leaders, has been chosen as defense secretary

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has selected Pete Hegseth, a Fox News commentator and military veteran, to serve as his secretary of defense. Hegseth has been vocal in his criticism of what he terms “woke” policies implemented by Pentagon leadership, has opposed the inclusion of women in combat roles, and has raised questions about the qualifications of the top American general, suggesting that race may have … Continue reading Hegseth, a supporter of ousting ‘woke’ military leaders, has been chosen as defense secretary

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China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

In a recent series of military exercises conducted in the waters and airspace surrounding Taiwan, China showcased some of its latest strike aircraft, naval vessels, and missile systems. Among the most formidable assets displayed was an upgraded variant of a bomber that originally took to the skies during the early Cold War period. Similar to the United States, which continues to utilize enhanced versions of … Continue reading China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

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A Trump presidency could lead to major changes at the Pentagon

During his re-election campaign, Donald Trump pledged to eliminate what he termed “woke” generals from the military. As he prepares to assume the presidency again, there is growing speculation within the Pentagon regarding the extent of his potential actions. In his anticipated second term, Trump is likely to adopt a more critical stance towards his military leadership, particularly after experiencing pushback from the Pentagon on … Continue reading A Trump presidency could lead to major changes at the Pentagon

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Ukrainian service members from a battalion, fire a howitzer M119 at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the city of Bakhmut, Ukraine.
DISPUTES

A former NATO commander predicts Russia will keep about 20% of the territory it occupied in Ukraine before 2014

Retired Admiral James Stavridis, a former NATO commander, has forecasted that the conflict in Ukraine will conclude with Russia retaining about 20% of the territory it held before 2014. In an interview with CNN’s Michael Smerconish, Stavridis suggested that Ukraine may also pursue membership in the European Union. “Putin will be displeased with that outcome, just as Ukrainians will resent the fact that Putin retains … Continue reading A former NATO commander predicts Russia will keep about 20% of the territory it occupied in Ukraine before 2014

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Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago estate.
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Trump’s second term could significantly reshape the global landscape

The potential outcomes of Donald Trump’s second term could range from catastrophic, fundamentally altering the global landscape, to disappointingly superficial, lacking in meaningful substance. However, it is certain that his presidency will bring about significant disruption. Even a pronounced shift towards American isolationism, characterized by minimal engagement, is likely to result in noteworthy changes. Our understanding of Trump’s foreign policy remains remarkably limited, a situation … Continue reading Trump’s second term could significantly reshape the global landscape

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A Trump advisor stresses that the focus in Ukraine should be on achieving peace, not reclaiming territory

A senior advisor to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump stated in a Saturday interview that the new administration’s focus regarding Ukraine will be on achieving peace rather than reclaiming lost territories, including Crimea. Bryan Lanza, a veteran strategist within the Republican Party, conveyed to the BBC that Trump’s administration would seek a “realistic vision for peace” from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. “If President Zelenskiy approaches us … Continue reading A Trump advisor stresses that the focus in Ukraine should be on achieving peace, not reclaiming territory

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