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Europe's Defense Dilemma: Can They Go It Alone?

February 25, 2025

Europe's defense capabilities are under the microscope. Experts believe that Europe can build up most of the critical defense enablers needed to deter or defeat Russia without U. S. support within five years. However, this depends on the political will to invest. Currently, European countries rely h

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Macron Meets Trump: Europe's Plan for Ukraine

February 25, 2025

Emmanuel Macron, the French President, recently met with Donald Trump at the White House. Macron described this meeting as a significant step forward in convincing Trump to support Europe's plan to deploy troops in Ukraine. Macron believes that this support from the US is crucial for the success of

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China and Russia: More Than Just Neighbors

February 24, 2025

In a world where alliances shift like sand, China's leader, Xi Jinping, made it clear that his country and Russia are more than just neighbors. They are friends who have stuck together through good times and bad. This message came after a video call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on a signifi

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Zelenskyy's Big Offer: Peace or NATO, But at What Cost?

February 24, 2025

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently made a bold statement. He said he'd step down if it meant peace for Ukraine or if Ukraine could join NATO. This came up during a chat with reporters in Kyiv. Zelenskyy made it clear that he's focused on keeping Ukraine safe right now, not in the dista

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Germany's Election: A Pivotal Moment for Europe

February 22, 2025

Germany's upcoming election has become a huge deal, not just for the country but for the whole of Europe. The sudden collapse of the coalition government just after the U. S. presidential election last November has accelerated the process. The vote, originally planned for September, is now happening

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China's Diplomatic Dance: A New Role in US-Russia Talks

February 22, 2025

China has stepped into the spotlight, backing peace talks between the US and Russia over the Ukraine conflict. This move comes as a surprise to many, given China's usual stance on such matters. At a recent G20 meeting in South Africa, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed support for the new di

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Poland's Economic Boom: Lessons from a Small Nation

February 22, 2025

Poland's journey from economic struggle to success is a tale of determination and strategic alliances. The country's GDP per capita has skyrocketed since 1990, thanks to joining NATO and the EU. These institutions provided security and access to a larger market, helping Poland overcome decades of di

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US Troops in Eastern Europe: What's the Real Deal?

February 22, 2025

The Polish President, Andrzej Duda, recently shared some reassuring news. He said the U. S. won't be pulling back its troops from Poland or the NATO's eastern border. This comes at a time when there's a lot of talk about the U. S. pushing Europe to take more responsibility for its own defense.

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Ukraine's Path to Peace: Four Different Approaches

February 22, 2025

Ukraine's conflict with Russia has been ongoing for years, and various experts have proposed different strategies to achieve peace. One approach, suggested by the Center for European Policy Analysis, involves applying maximum pressure on Russia. This strategy includes providing Ukraine with immediat

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Tech Giants Clash: Alibaba's Profit Surge and Amazon's Revenue Boost

February 21, 2025

In the tech world, Alibaba made a huge splash in late 2024. The Chinese giant saw its net profit skyrocket by 239% compared to the same time the previous year. This massive jump was largely due to the growth of its cloud services and a significant expansion in artificial intelligence over the past s