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Trump is back, more powerful than ever – How Europe must prepare now¹

Recently, Donald Trump was once again elected President of the United States, which is causing fears and nervousness in Europe. The question arises: Can the continent exist without the USA? Former diplomat Hans-Dieter Heumann and expert on German-French relations, Landry Charrier, shed light on the challenges and opportunities that now lie ahead for Europe.

"In a few years, wars in space will be decided - New episode of the Hypothesis podcast"²

Space-based technology is highly relevant today. GPS, Internet and navigation systems are just a few examples of everyday applications based on space-based technology. In the latest episode of the Hypothesis Podcast, Dr. Enrico Fels the hypothesis “In a few years, wars in space will be decided”.

Dr. Frank Umbach on Peace Negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine War³

The Russia-Ukraine war has not only shaken the geopolitical balance in Europe but also raised profound questions about the role of international actors. At the center of this are the relations between the USA, Russia, and Europe, as well as the question of how the West should respond to Russia's aggression. In this context, the role of Donald Trump and the political dynamics within Europe are also examined, particularly with regard to the influence of right-wing parties and the political will to stand up to Russia. Europe's economic power and the strategic importance of political unity also play a crucial role in analyzing the conflict.

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Dr. Frank Umbach: Europe's Lack of Defense Strategy Could Play into Trump's Hands⁴

The interview with Dr. Frank Umbach focuses on the future role of the USA in Europe and NATO's course under Donald Trump. In recent years, there has been an increasing tendency for the USA to withdraw from Europe, raising questions about the defense readiness of European states. In this context, the responsibility of the EU countries is also addressed, as they have failed to strengthen their own defense capabilities and form a unified front. This could now lead to Europe being increasingly influenced from the outside, particularly by US foreign policy.

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Moritz Brake in an Interview with WDR on the Situation in the Baltic Sea⁵

In an interview with WDR Aktuelle Stunde, Moritz Brake, security expert and reserve officer of the German Navy, discussed Russia's escalating actions in the Baltic Sea. He emphasized that Russia is intensifying its strategy within the framework of "hybrid warfare," which particularly threatens the security of the region. Brake explained that Russia is increasingly using aggressive tactics, such as sabotage attacks on critical infrastructure like submarine cables. He warned that Europe and NATO must respond more decisively to address the threat and ensure the stability of the Baltic Sea.

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Dr. Frank Umbach zur Ukraine⁶

The geopolitical situation surrounding Ukraine is closely tied to the power interests and conflicts of other states, particularly Russia and Iran. Russia has formed a strategic partnership with Iran in the Syrian conflict, but tensions exist due to Russia's insufficient intervention to stabilize the regime of Bashar al-Assad. At the same time, Iran is increasingly becoming a threat as it is on the path to acquiring a nuclear weapons option. These geopolitical tensions also impact Ukraine and the international support it receives, especially when compared to other European countries like the UK and Germany.

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Dr. Frank Umbach on the Middle East Agreement⁷

The topic of the interview with Dr. Frank Umbach concerns the current ceasefire in the Middle East and the prospects for a lasting peace. While a ceasefire is seen as the first step in a peace process, the political situation in Israel remains complex.

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Dr. Frank Umbach on WELT: "We have never perceived the strategic dimension of these resource issues."⁸

The geopolitical significance of resources, particularly raw materials, is gaining increasing weight in current global politics. In the case of Ukraine, it is not only the war that is in focus but also the strategic importance of its natural resources, which play a key role in international negotiations and relations. Rumors are circulating that Ukraine might be providing raw materials as "payment" to the United States in exchange for their support. These speculations raise questions about long-term geopolitical strategy and require a nuanced consideration.

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