The Briefing Trump steps up his criticism of Putin
May 26, 2025
Hanna Hopko, a prominent figure in Ukraine's democracy efforts, weighs in on the country's resilience against ongoing threats from Russia. Karsten Brzezinski provides insight into the shaky landscape of Germany's economy, amidst pressures from U.S. tariffs. Anita Riota discusses Italy's controversial security bill and public backlash, alongside highlights from the Cannes Film Festival that reveal deeper political narratives. The lively debate also takes a lighter turn, celebrating the joys of World Aperitivo Day in Italy.
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Putin's War Strategy Unchanged
- Russia escalates drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, showing no intent to negotiate peace.
- Putin's strategy aims to break Ukrainian morale but has failed to do so according to officials.
Urgent Call for Tougher Sanctions
- Russia massively increased drone attacks, launching around 100 drones per night against Ukraine.
- Experts urge the West for tougher sanctions and total economic isolation to cut Putin's war resources.
Germany's Growth: Temporary Spike
- Germany's recent economic growth is mainly due to companies front-loading industrial production ahead of US tariffs.
- This growth is likely a temporary 'calm before the storm' as tariffs will impact the second quarter negatively.