Trump warning gives Putin free hand to do whatever he wants – POLITICO
Donald Trump loyalists are shaping a narrative of how the U.S. leader outfoxed Iran and lulled the mullahs…
Would a nuclear deal be enough to satisfy Bibi now? – POLITICO
Yair Golan, leader of the left-wing Democrats, said “a strong people, a determined army and a home front…
The missile math just isn’t in Ukraine’s favor – POLITICO
The counterassault was the most sophisticated Ukraine has launched so far. Dubbed “Spiderweb,” the operation saw dozens of…
An ugly Ukraine deal was predictable — but this will merely pause Russia’s revanchism – POLITICO
So, is this rare reproach and economic threat responsible for some sort of shift in Moscow? Is that…
Unlike Trump, Europe can’t afford to take Putin at his word – POLITICO
But for Trump and his supporters, all this is overblown. It’s NATO’s eastward expansion that provoked Russian aggression,…
Europe should have grown up a long time ago — now with Trump there’s no choice – POLITICO
In response, Europe could just roll over and do Trump’s bidding. But it would then have to endure…
The delicate task of Syria’s political transition – POLITICO
“Germany proposes to take a smart approach to sanctions, providing relief for the Syrian population. Syrians now need…
Can the UK’s ‘Prince of Darkness’ really become its Trump whisperer? – POLITICO
“It is an odd choice if you’re trying to build bridges with the Trump administration,” said Dalibor Rohac…
Erdoğan’s risky play in Syria – POLITICO
Overall, the front lines of Syria’s civil war have been stagnant since 2020, although there have been fierce…
Trump threatens to be good for Ukraine, actually – POLITICO
Mike Pompeo, secretary of State in Trump’s first administration, is of the same opinion: “President Trump is not…