The News Agents Has Trump turned his back on Europe?
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Feb 13, 2025 Tensions rise as Trump negotiates with Putin over Ukraine, leaving European leaders furious at being sidelined. The implications for NATO and the future of Eastern Europe are under scrutiny. In Germany, fears over immigration stir support for far-right parties amid changing political dynamics. Meanwhile, an amusing moment unfolds as a toddler boldly tells Trump he's 'not the president,' prompting laughs about the unlikely encounter. Deep dives into geopolitics and unexpected humor make for a gripping discussion.
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Trump, Putin, and the New World Order
- Trump and Putin's phone call, excluding Ukraine, signals a return to great power politics.
- The West's disarray and Trump's concession of Ukrainian territory and NATO membership are chilling.
The Helsinki Football
- At the Helsinki summit, Putin gave Trump a football, while Trump conceded on Russian election interference.
- This demonstrated Trump's trust in Putin over his own intelligence agencies.
The End of the West?
- America's commitment to NATO is questioned, especially regarding the Baltic states.
- Trump's potential inaction in a Baltic states crisis would be a historic turning point.