Macron’s hostility towards Erdogan: NATO allies at odds in Libya
+ France and Turkey support opposing factions in Libya. + The conflict reveals a deep divide within NATO. + Both powers may agree to a political solution to the Libyan…
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Xi’s hostility towards Modi: Rock throwing reaches deadly levels in the Sino-Indian Border
+ 20 Indian soldiers died in a brawl in the Sino-Indian border. + There is a long history of tension between the two nuclear powers. + The conflict is not…
Macron’s Conflict with Droukdel: A deadly finale
+ France had been fighting Droukdel for over seven years.+ Droukdel was killed after a military operation in Mali. + There is a lot left to do for Macron and…
Trump’s conflict with ever-rising Xi: Chip Wars, Superpowers and Tech
+ The chip industry is the main battlefield of the Sino-American rivalry. + Trump’s latest blow on chipmakers hits China hard. + Innovation is key and global supply chains are…
Le Drian’s frenemies with the G5 Sahel: Alliance threatened by hostile public opinion to Operation Barkhane
+ France steps up its military presence in the Sahel to defeat continuing jihadist threats. + The recent death of AQIM leader Abdelmalek Droukdal could be a turning point in…
Black Lives Matter: Hostilities on Trump’s Front Porch – RAIA Recap
+ What is the Black Lives Matter movement? + Trump unable to calm the masses + Are we on the verge of social change? EPA/JIM LO SCALZO EPA-EFE/JIM LO SCALZO…
Khamenei’s frenemy status with European leaders: A nuke misunderstanding
Solemaini’s assassination leads Khamenei to JCPOA breach. European Leaders activate Dispute Resolution with threat of sanctions. Khamenei doesn’t want nuclear weapons, but he wants nuclear energy. Source: Reuters/Khamenei.ir Why is…
MBS’ hostility to Putin: Oil prices plummet as Putin rejects OPEC’s proposal
+ MBS is hostile to Putin as he threatens the monarch’s power. + Low oil demand led to OPEC suggesting a cut in production. + Putin refuses the offer to…
Trump’s Attempt to Make Frenemies of the Taliban – A failed, convenient peace plan
+ The Coronavirus has sent US markets into freefall + Sharing the news cycle was Trump’s peace plan with the Taliban + Was this really an effort to end the…
Trump’s hostility towards Iran: Goodbye Nuclear Deal
+ Trump removes the only leverage the USA had over Iran and increases hostility. + Worsening of ties and unrest in the Persian Gulf + Trump unable to balance his…