A Second Term Focused on Power, Speed, and Leverage Donald Trump’s second presidential term has moved faster and more aggressively than his first, particularly in foreign policy. Having already tested the limits of executive authority during his earlier presidency, Trump returned to office with fewer restraints and a clearer sense of leverage. Rather than gradual…
Europe Faces Rising Tensions Amid Russian Gray Zone Tactics Throughout Europe, political and military figures are cautioning that the region is slipping into a perilous “gray zone” that lies between peace and war. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated, “We are not at war, but we are no longer at peace either,” reflecting the tense atmosphere…
A Foreign Policy Crisis for Trump President Donald Trump is facing renewed scrutiny after Israel launched a deadly strike on Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar, killing five but missing top negotiators involved in US-led ceasefire talks. Trump swiftly distanced himself from the attack, saying he was not informed in advance and only alerted Qatar after…
Trump Locks Historic Trade Deal With EU Just days before meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, former President Donald Trump announced a sweeping new trade agreement with the European Union that will reshape transatlantic commerce. The deal, finalized in Scotland, includes a 15% tariff rate on most European imports and secures over $1.35 trillion…
