The President's Daily Brief November 11th, 2025: Germany Points to Ukraine in Pipeline Attack & U.S. Shutdown Stalls NATO Arms
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Nov 11, 2025 A shocking investigation links an elite Ukrainian unit to the Nord Stream pipeline bombing, igniting tensions in Europe. Meanwhile, a U.S. government shutdown halts over $5 billion in arms transfers to NATO allies and Ukraine, raising concerns over defense stability. As drones swarm near Belgium's nuclear sites, Europe scrambles to deploy countermeasures. In an unexpected twist, Japan confronts a rise in bear attacks, prompting military support to manage the furry threat. Intriguing times on the global stage!
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Nord Stream Case Splits European Allies
- Germany's probe blames an elite Ukrainian unit for the Nord Stream blasts, exposing deep rifts in Europe's wartime alliance.
- The investigation transforms questions about energy dependence into political fractures that challenge unity on aid to Ukraine.
Alleged Ukrainian Operatives Tracked Across Europe
- German detectives say Ukraine's former commander Valery Zaluzhny directed the 2022 mission and arrest warrants target seven Ukrainians.
- Italy detained a suspect and Poland refused extradition, calling one accused a hero for striking at Russia's war machine.
Domestic Politics Undermine German Support
- Germany faces internal backlash as the AfD exploits energy pain to push cutting aid to Kiev and challenge Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition.
- Putting Ukrainian soldiers on trial strains Berlin's role as a leading supporter of Ukraine and complicates Western narrative management.