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DEFENCE

EU reaffirms its support for Ukraine after Trump’s victory

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell visited Kyiv on Saturday to reaffirm Europe’s steadfast support for Ukraine, following the uncertainty brought about by Donald Trump’s recent election victory regarding the ongoing conflict. Borrell, marking the first visit by a senior EU official to Ukraine since the election, emphasized the EU’s commitment to Ukraine as the war with Russia approaches its 1,000th day. He highlighted that … Continue reading EU reaffirms its support for Ukraine after Trump’s victory

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Displaced Palestinians make their way as they flee areas in the northern Gaza Strip, following an Israeli evacuation order, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Gaza City.
DISPUTES

Qatar plans to suspend its mediation efforts for a Gaza ceasefire, a source says

Qatar has decided to halt its efforts to mediate a ceasefire and hostage release agreement in Gaza until both Hamas and Israel exhibit a “genuine willingness” to engage in negotiations, according to an official briefed on the situation, as reported by Reuters on Saturday. This marks a significant setback in the ongoing attempts to establish a truce since the onset of the conflict. The influential … Continue reading Qatar plans to suspend its mediation efforts for a Gaza ceasefire, a source says

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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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DEFENCE

NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

NATO officials expressed on Friday that the deployment of North Korean troops represents a “dangerous expansion” of the nation’s backing for Russia‘s conflict in Ukraine. In a collective statement, the military alliance’s 32 member nations cautioned that “the escalating military collaboration” between Russia and North Korea “significantly affects Euro-Atlantic security, with repercussions for the Indo-Pacific region as well.” Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and … Continue reading NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

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The implications of Trump’s return for China

China is preparing for a potentially tumultuous and unpredictable future in its intensifying rivalry with the United States, following Donald Trump‘s remarkable political resurgence that has led him back to the presidency. His return may result in tariffs reaching as high as 60% on Chinese imports, which could severely impact economic growth in the world’s second-largest economy and disrupt global supply chains. Additionally, increased technology … Continue reading The implications of Trump’s return for China

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Poland's Minister of Defence Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz
DEFENCE

Poland has finalized a deal to enhance its missile launcher capabilities with new vehicle supplies

Poland has finalized a contract worth 1.3 billion zloty ($323.19 million) for the acquisition of domestically manufactured support vehicles intended for the WR-40 Langusta multiple rocket launchers, as announced by Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz on Friday. This initiative is part of Poland‘s broader strategy to enhance its military capabilities in light of Russia‘s invasion of Ukraine. “We aim to fulfill as many orders as possible, … Continue reading Poland has finalized a deal to enhance its missile launcher capabilities with new vehicle supplies

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DIPLOMACY

Viktor Orban claims the EU should reassess its support for Ukraine after Trump’s electoral victory

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that the European Union must reassess its support for Ukraine in light of Donald Trump‘s recent election victory in the U.S. He emphasized that Europe cannot bear the financial burden of the war on its own, just prior to a summit of EU leaders on Friday. Trump has been critical of the extent of U.S. assistance to Ukraine amid … Continue reading Viktor Orban claims the EU should reassess its support for Ukraine after Trump’s electoral victory

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Implications of Trump’s victory for the U.S., Russia, and the global landscape

This week’s presidential election marks a significant milestone for the United States. Donald Trump‘s remarkable victory suggests that, at least initially, voters found his stances on key issues such as the economy and immigration more persuasive than those of Vice President Kamala Harris. Additionally, it is evident that Americans opted for a leader with a more dominant personality. Moreover, Trump’s anticipated return to the White … Continue reading Implications of Trump’s victory for the U.S., Russia, and the global landscape

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appears at a joint press conference
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Ukraine must confront a harsh reality under Trump that it wished to avoid

Bets were placed, potential outcomes envisioned, and protective measures devised. However, the prevailing sentiment was a desire for the situation to remain unchanged. For months, Ukraine and its NATO partners have contemplated the possibility of a Trump presidency, weighing the implications of a strongman leader in the U.S. who could either become a more formidable ally, a negotiator capable of brokering a favorable peace, or … Continue reading Ukraine must confront a harsh reality under Trump that it wished to avoid

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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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