U.S. turns back to its European allies

The growing military coordination and strategic partnership between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea point to the formation of a de facto alliance that challenges existing international norms and poses a multifaceted threat to global stability.

China’s intensified military drills around Taiwan, along with its rhetoric, signal a rising risk of conflict. Taiwan is taking proactive steps to strengthen its defense capabilities, including acquiring advanced weapons systems, to deter potential aggression. Still, what can it realistically do to counter China? 

The emergence of an authoritarian bloc could further escalate tensions and conflicts across various regions.

If China seizes Taiwan, the U.S. will fall behind in AI development and lose its dominance.

And then there’s the race for resources: nuclear fuel, rare earth elements, and traditional energy sources.

Trump is trying one last card — pressuring Russia through oil prices. But it’s unlikely to be a game-changer. 

The U.S. is once again turning to its allies in Europe. Regulatory rigidity remains the main sticking point.

Compliments are flowing to Ursula von der Leyen, who, in turn, says she won’t travel to the U.S. without a proper trade deal. It’s clear that the MAGA crowd has been trapped by outdated stereotypes about Europe — and now, those must be swiftly reexamined.

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About the author: Yevhen Naishteityk, medical technology expert, volunteer

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