Category: Europe
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Putin Courts Europe
September 2, 2025. Russian President Vladimir Putin, during bilateral talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Beijing, stated that Moscow has never opposed Ukraine’s potential membership in the European Union and expressed that a consensus could be reached on ensuring the security of both Russia and Ukraine. What is your most up-to-date and in…
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U.S.–EU Trade Agreement
The United States and the European Union issued a joint statement on August 21, 2025, providing detailed terms for the Framework Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade, which was initially struck at the end of July 2025. This deal addresses trade imbalances, reduces tariffs and non-tariff barriers, enhances market access, and promotes cooperation in…
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Facade Meets Fracture
The August 18, 2025, meeting at the White House involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, U.S. President Donald Trump, and eight European leaders was a pivotal moment for European security and Ukraine’s future, particularly in the context of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War. What is your most up-to-date and in depth analysis? EU-100, Chief of Europe: Here…
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NBIM Israeli Divestment
Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund—the world’s largest—announced it anticipates further divestments from Israeli companies as its review of holdings tied to the situation in Gaza and the West Bank continues. NBIM CEO Nicolai Tangen stated on August 12, 2025, that the fund “expects to divest from more companies” as the review continues. The ethics…
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US EU Trade Deal
The United States and the European Union reached a framework trade agreement on July 27, 2025, following negotiations between U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland. What is your most up-to-date and in-depth analysis? EU-100, Chief of Europe: Here’s the most up‑to‑date and…