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Shock and denial: Berlin, Brussels react to new US security doctrine
Diego Faßnacht writes that Europe reacted emotionally to Washington’s new National Security Strategy, with German and EU leaders rejecting US criticism but offering no concrete strategy, underscoring Europe’s continued dependence on US security guarantees.
Kyiv elites weigh prospect of unity cabinet amid war fatigue
James Davis reports that Zelensky rejected Trump’s latest peace proposal amid battlefield setbacks and dwindling Western options. Ukrainian political and business elites are quietly exploring alternatives, including a possible unity government.
Takaichi’s honeymoon giving way to contentious political reality
Scott Foster notes that Takaichi’s approval ratings are slipping as weak growth, inflationary pressures, and deteriorating relations with China weigh on Japan. Rising geopolitical tensions and fragile coalition politics, meanwhile, are testing her government’s durability.
