At first glance, Russia’s proposal to mediate between Iran and the United States may seem like a pragmatic step toward easing regional tensions and stabilizing a new Eurasian order. As a key player in the Tehran-Moscow-Beijing axis, Moscow appears eager to use diplomacy to bridge the longstanding rift between Tehran […]
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Western Europeans Deprived Of Defense
The possible withdrawal of the United States from its preeminent position in NATO, even if it does not withdraw from the Atlantic Alliance, sends the political West back to its own devices. How can peace be ensured on the continent? The European Defense project, developed by François Mitterrand and Jacques […]
After Ukraine, Iran?
For the “revisionist Zionists” (that is, the successors of Ze’ev Jabotinsky and Benzion Netanyahu—not to be confused with Theodor Hertzl’s “Zionists”), the time has come, after the victory over Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Assads, to crush Iran. On the contrary, for Donald Trump, after the pacification of the Ukrainian conflict, […]
Poland’s Talk About Obtaining Nukes Is Likely A Misguided Negotiation Tactic With The US
The last thing that Trump wants is for the US to be drawn back into another war with Russia after “Pivoting (back) to Asia”, let alone a direct one instead of the proxy war that they’ve recently resolved to end, but the chances of this happening would spike if Poland […]
The Script Of Anxiety: Poland’s Nuclear Weapons Fascination
With the Ukraine War and the retreat of the United States from what has routinely been called Europe’s security architecture, states are galloping to whatever point of presumed sanctuary is on offer. The general presumption is that the galloping is done in the same step and rhythm. But Europe, for […]
The US, Russia And Iran’s Nuclear Program
Earlier on, the US media reported that Trump’s administration had asked the Russian side to mediate between Washington and Tehran on the issue of negotiations, primarily on the nuclear program, which was resumed during the first term of Trump’s presidency in response to the US withdrawal from the agreement […]
Emmanuel Macron Is Playing A Big Politician
European politicians were grinding. There are no more figures like Angela Merkel, Jacques Chirac, Gerhard Schroeder or Tony Blair. There is only Emmanuel Macron left in the political firmament of Europe, who has at least some influence on the processes taking place both inside and outside Europe. At least, that’s […]
Macron’s Offer: France And The Delusions Of Nuclear Deterrence
The singular antics of US President Donald Trump, notably towards supposed allies, has stirred the pot regarding national security in various capitals. From Canberra to Brussels, there is concern that such assumed, if unverifiable notions as extended nuclear deterrence from Washington are valid anymore. America First interests certainly bring that […]
France, Germany, & Poland Are Competing For Leadership Of Post-Conflict Europe
The interplay between them, Russia, and the US will determine the continent’s future security architecture. French President Macron’s declaration on Wednesday that he’s flirting with extending his country’s nuclear umbrella over other continental allies shows that he’s throwing down the gauntlet to Germany and Poland for leadership of post-conflict Europe. Outgoing German Chancellor […]
Mutual Interest In Resuming Arms Control Talks Can Speed Up The Ukrainian Peace Process
A new global arms race could follow the expiry of the New START in early 2026 if it’s not renewed or replaced. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Putin is ready to meet with Trump to discuss ending the Ukrainian Conflict and resuming arms control talks after the American leader told the Davos elite last week […]
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