EU vs Trump: Ursula von der Leyen announces response to US customs policy

Ursula von der Leyen Photo: screenshot from the video European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called Donald Trump’s universal tariffs a “blow to the global economy” and said the EU was preparing countermeasures. Speaking in Samarkand ahead of the EU-Central Asia summit, von der Leyen said that Brussels is finalising the first package of […]

Russia is waging an information war through Western media: Ukraine’s FIS records attempt to impose “peaceful surrender” scenario

Russia is waging a large-scale information war, trying to undermine Ukrainian statehood not on the battlefield, but in the minds of citizens. Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service warns of Kremlin attempts to impose a “peaceful surrender” scenario by discrediting the government and delegitimising democratic institutions. The enemy is using media and social media to spread fake news, creating an atmosphere of “fatigue” and “betrayal”. Will the Ukrainian people be able to withstand this information attack? Find out more about this dangerous game and how critical thinking is becoming a key weapon in the war for consciousness.

Political split in the US: Republican senators oppose Trump’s customs policy

Senator Tim Kaine speaks to reporters alongside Senator Amy Klobuchar after the Democratic Senate weekly policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 1 in Washington, DC. Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images A split is brewing in the US Congress over Donald Trump’s new customs measures. On Wednesday, a group of Republican senators opposed the president and […]

Signal as a shadow cabinet: Trump’s adviser’s team created dozens of chats to discuss national security issues

Behind the scenes of official offices, the regular Signal messenger has become an informal platform for discussing key US national security issues. Trump’s national security adviser’s team has created dozens of group chats to discuss sensitive topics such as Ukraine policy and challenges from China. The use of Signal raises questions about transparency and cybersecurity, as such “shadow government” could leave important decisions off the official record. What are the implications for the future of US security policy? Read on to find out!