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East Europeans will gain influence on Western security

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EUROPE

She implied that the role should go to someone from Central-Eastern Europe (CEE). Von der Leyen’s message emphasises how far the balance in decision-making on European security…

Central-Eastern Europe will compete for US favour

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EUROPE/US

Trump’s effect on US-European relations.

Russia and Israel at greater risk of clashing in Syria

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RUSSIA/ISRAEL

Despite Ben-Zvi's assurances, the incident caused an unprecedented bitter diplomatic row that is still unresolved. Russia responded by giving Syria new missiles that are a…

US influence in Africa will wane under Trump

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AFRICA/US

US policy towards Africa.

Ukraine’s EU membership will not be fast-tracked

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EU

This is a morale booster for Kyiv, but a lengthy accession procedure, likely vetoes from pro-Russian or Ukrainian-neutral governments, and uncertainty over the war’s course will…

War will not significantly alter Swiss neutrality

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SWITZERLAND

The decision reflects Switzerland’s political alignment with the West over Ukraine. However, its commitment to military neutrality has frustrated international partners, in…

NATO will integrate Ukraine gradually

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NATO

Intensified cooperation with NATO, including arms transfers and intelligence sharing, has led to a significant upgrade of Ukraine’s military capabilities and capacity to fight…

Iran will struggle to maintain its position in Syria

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IRAN

Russia is encouraging a rapprochement between Turkey and Syria that does not explicitly include Iran, a key economic and military backer of the Damascus government. Tehran worries…

Greater integration of armed forces is key Indian goal

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INDIA

This is despite India’s commitment to upgrading its military hardware and reorganising its armed forces. These tasks have become an even more urgent priority for India since early…

Washington has limited options for Ukraine

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UNITED STATES

Washington continues to warn that a Russian attack on Ukraine is imminent while arguing that it has offered Moscow a "serious diplomatic path" out of the crisis. Private messages…