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world6 days ago

Macron Criticizes US and European Divisions Amid Global Power Struggles

French President Macron criticized Trump's US for turning away from allies and breaking international rules, amid global tensions involving Greenland, EU trade deals, and Russia. Protests against EU-Mercosur trade deal and prisoner exchanges between France and Russia highlight ongoing geopolitical issues, while EU and US discuss responses to US actions in Greenland and Ukraine. The article also covers protests, diplomatic exchanges, and concerns over US and Russian activities.

military-and-defense23 days ago

Top Stories 2025: Western Pacific International Operations

In 2025, Western Pacific saw significant naval activity with France, the UK, and other allies deploying carrier strike groups for exercises and patrols, while China and North Korea increased military movements and encounters, including shadowing and surveillance operations, highlighting ongoing regional tensions and strategic collaborations.

world5 months ago

Trump's Tariffs Shake Asia and the Global Economy

The article discusses the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Asian economies, highlighting that US allies like Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan managed to negotiate reduced tariffs, while China and India face ongoing tensions. Southeast Asian countries experienced varied effects, with Vietnam successfully lowering tariffs, whereas Laos and Myanmar faced higher levies. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing negotiations and potential tariff adjustments.

defense-and-security5 months ago

US and Allies Face Challenges in Replenishing Missile Defense Stockpiles Amid Rising Tensions

The US and its allies are inadequately prepared to defend against saturation missile attacks, with current missile defense systems like THAAD and Patriot facing limitations in intercepting large volumes of missiles, especially hypersonic ones, and the US industrial base struggling to produce enough interceptors to maintain effective defense.

world6 months ago

Australia remains non-committal amid US-China Taiwan tensions

The US Pentagon is urging Japan and Australia to clarify their potential roles in a possible conflict over Taiwan, highlighting concerns about collective defense and regional stability amid increased Chinese military pressure on Taiwan. The request surprised Tokyo and Canberra, as the US does not guarantee to defend Taiwan unconditionally, emphasizing a focus on deterrence and strengthening alliances.