Geopolitical Tensions Increase after the Cable Sabotage On November 17 and 18, 2024, two undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, connecting Sweden, Lithuania, and Finland, were cut, prompting suspicions of sabotage. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius suggested this was likely…
Nuclear Doctrine Change Implies More Agressive Russia ahead of Negotiations Russian President Vladimir Putin announced significant changes to the country's nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold for nuclear weapon use. This announcement coincides with escalating tensions due to Western support for…
FED Caution: Inflation Data and Expected Trump Policy Recent inflation data for October indicates persistent inflation, challenging the Federal Reserve's goal of achieving a 2% inflation rate. Key indicators, such as the core Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price…
Trump Consolidating Power with Loyalist Picks Donald Trump's recent appointments as president-elect have raised eyebrows within the political establishment, as he fills key positions with loyalists who share his vision and will support his radical agenda. The appointments aim to…
Expect a Rocky Relations between the US and EU Following Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential elections, Europe is bracing for a new era of economic protectionism that could have significant consequences on its economy, geopolitical stability, and efforts…
Polls Playing Conservative with Close Forecasts The U.S. presidential election between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is showing a close contest as Election Day approaches. Polls indicate that both candidates are making last-minute efforts to appeal…
EU China Trade Tensions on EVs The European Union (EU) is implementing a 45% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) as part of an escalating trade conflict with China, which the EU accuses of unfair industrial subsidies. This decision follows…
Geopolitical Tensions Rise on Korean Peninsula The situation on the Korean Peninsula is deteriorating, marked by increased tensions between North and South Korea. North Korea's recent missile tests and strengthened ties with Russia signal a shift in its approach toward…
Several Battleground States Key to US Election Close contests in several pivotal states are expected to decide whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will secure the presidency in the United States on November 5. Election forecasters use national polls and…
BRICS Summit a Success for Putin The BRICS Summit held in Kazan, Russia, from October 24-26, 2024, was presided over by President Vladimir Putin, who emphasized the bloc's role in counterbalancing Western influence. The summit focused on enhancing financial cooperation,…
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