The European Union just rolled out its 16th round of sanctions against Russia. This time, they're really clamping down on crypto. It's been three years since the Ukraine war started, and the EU is getting serious about shutting down financial loopholes. The latest package targets 83 new names, incl
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
