Reuters World News Trump and Macron's Ukraine divide, DeepSeek and Germany’s Left
Feb 25, 2025
A significant meeting between Trump and Macron reveals stark differences over Ukraine strategies, exposing divides between the U.S. and EU. Meanwhile, China's DeepSeek is pushing boundaries with its innovative AI model, just as tensions rise in the tech war with the U.S. In Germany, the far-left party Die Linke rises to prominence, attracting younger voters through social justice initiatives and savvy social media engagement, highlighting a fragmented electorate.
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Trump-Macron Divide on Ukraine
- Trump and Macron met, but differed on Ukraine policy.
- Trump wants to access Ukraine's mineral wealth as return on US aid.
Die Linke's Success
- Germany's Die Linke party saw increased support due to focusing on social justice issues.
- Their strong social media presence, especially on TikTok, helped reach young voters.
DeepSeek's Development
- High Flyer amassed computing clusters before US restrictions, enabling DeepSeek's AI success.
- DeepSeek's global success has shifted its relationship with the Chinese government from monitored to championed.