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Ukraine Claims Russian Summer Offensive Falls Short of Strategic Goals

A firefighter works at the site of an apartment building hit during a Russian drone and missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine in this handout picture released August 30, 2025. Ukraine’s armed forces have declared that Russia’s much-publicized summer offensive failed to secure full control of any major Ukrainian city, despite Moscow’s claims of significant territorial gains. Russian Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov stated that since March, Russian forces had captured over 3,500 square kilometers of territory and taken control of 149 settlements. However, Ukraine’s General Staff dismissed these figures as “grossly exaggerated,” asserting that no major urban centers were fully occupied by Russian troops. Military analysts note that Russia’s campaign, aimed at seizing the Donbas region and forcing Ukraine into concessions, devolved into a slow, attritional struggle rather than the decisive breakthrough Moscow had anticipated. While Russian ...
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Escalating Tensions: EU Strikes Back in Brewing Transatlantic Trade War

Brussels vs. Washington: The Economic Crossfire  

In a dramatic turn that could reshape global trade dynamics, the European Union is poised to hit back with €21 billion in retaliatory tariffs following former U.S. President Donald Trump's implementation of a sweeping 30% import tax. The tariffs, which target American goods across multiple sectors—ranging from technology and agriculture to automobiles—signal a significant escalation in transatlantic tensions.

Officials in Brussels argue that Trump's measures are protectionist and threaten the principles of free and fair trade. By levying high duties on EU exports, the U.S. has sparked fears of a domino effect that could reverberate through global markets, stifling growth and destabilizing supply chains.

 “Europe cannot sit idly by while its industries are unfairly targeted,” said one senior EU official involved in the negotiations. “This is about defending our economic interests and restoring balance.”

Economists warn that the standoff could strain relationships within the World Trade Organization and push other trading blocs to adopt more defensive postures. With diplomatic talks stalling and both sides firm in their positions, companies are bracing for increased costs and shifting trade routes.

The coming weeks will be critical in determining whether cooler heads prevail or whether the spiral into a full-blown trade war becomes inevitable.


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