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Merz Initiative: Interview with Volker Kronenberg¹

Friedrich Merz is sending a political signal with a new initiative and is aiming for a clear direction for the CDU. In an interview, Volker Kronenberg explains how this step could help Merz position the CDU as a strong opposition force.

Joachim Weber on Trump’s Proposal for Lower Oil Prices in Relation to the Ukraine War²

In an interview with ntv, Dr. Joachim Weber explains that Donald Trump's demand for lower oil prices to end the Ukraine war is unlikely to be effective. He describes this strategy as typical of Trump, who often proposes simple, populist solutions. According to Weber, a reduction in oil prices would not significantly harm the Kremlin, as Russia has become better at coping with price fluctuations.

Maximilian Mayer on potential deals between China and the USA³

The new US president has announced high import tariffs on Chinese products to protect the US economy and reduce the trade deficit with China. China expert Maximilian Mayer points out that during Trump’s first term, the US trade deficit with China grew by 200 billion dollars, costing many jobs in the US.

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Dr. Joachim Weber in an interview with Phoenix about the military spending of NATO member states and EU countries.⁴

Even before he actually took office, Donald Trump increased the pressure on NATO partners considerably - NATO should spend even more of its gross domestic product (GDP) on defense. What does this mean for NATO and the EU? Dr. Weber discusses this in an interview with phoenix.

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Trump is back, more powerful than ever – How Europe must prepare now⁵

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.

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"In a few years, wars in space will be decided - New episode of the Hypothesis podcast"⁶

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”.

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Dr. Frank Umbach on Peace Negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine War⁷

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 Hands⁸

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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