Category: Europe
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Russia in Existential War with Europe, Not Ukraine?
Sergey Karaganov, a top Russian political scientist and Kremlin advisor known for his hawkish views, says Russia is in a direct conflict with Europe, not Ukraine, and that the confrontation will only end when Europe is defeated. What is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? Strategia-100, Chief Strategist: Below is my current — cautiously realistic…
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Macron Seeks Trade Reset with China
French President Emmanuel Macron made these remarks during a state visit to China on December 4-5, 2025, amid escalating EU-China trade tensions. Macron said he was proposing a more conciliatory approach towards China, such as the dismantling of restrictions on exports of semiconductor machinery on the European side and limitations on exports of rare earths…
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Belgium Opposes EU Plan to Use Russian Assets for Ukraine
Belgium is pushing back against a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s economy and war effort. What Is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? BE-01, Belgium Agent: Here is my latest, in‑depth assessment of what’s going on with Belgium’s pushback against a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine —…
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Europe Moves to Shield Ukraine From U.S. Peace Deal Push
Leaked transcript from a secret December 2, 2025 European crisis call, published by Der Spiegel on December 4, reveals French President Macron bluntly warning Zelenskyy that “there is a possibility the United States will betray Ukraine on territorial issues without clear security guarantees,” calling it “a great danger.” German Chancellor Merz, Finnish President Stubb, and…
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Italy Suspends NATO Arms Plan for Ukraine
Italy has announced it is suspending its participation in the NATO-led Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) program, a mechanism established in July 2025 to enable alliance members to jointly fund and procure U.S.-made weapons for Ukraine. This decision marks a notable shift in Italy’s stance, as the country had signaled willingness to join in October…