The Trump administration promotes a turnaround in foreign policy by announcing a partnership with Syria in the fight against terrorism, while at the same time intensifying its presence in Latin America with trade agreements and military exercises. On the other side of the Atlantic, Europe reacts to external threats, with Germany considering the return of military conscription in response to Russia and the European Union anticipating tariffs to protect itself from Chinese competition.
Trump administration intensifies security actions and redefines alliances
President Donald Trump’s administration announced new security measures. An operation was launched to combat drug trafficking in Latin America. Additionally, the US government has classified four European Antifa groups as terrorist organizations. In a significant foreign policy shift, the US announced a partnership with Syria. The objective of the alliance is collaboration in the war against terrorism.
US relations with Latin America in focus
The United States and Argentina signed an agreement to expand trade. The pact also aims to increase bilateral investments. Amid tensions with Venezuela, the US began military training in Panama. In Colombia, ministers contradicted President Petro, stating that cooperation with the US continues. Senator Marco Rubio defended the legality of anti-drug actions. He reiterated that Nicolás Maduro is wanted by American justice.
Europe responds to threats and regulates technology giants
The European Union decided to bring forward a new tariff on imported products. The measure, known as the “blouse tax”, aims to protect the market from Chinese competition. Faced with the Russian threat, Germany is considering the return of mandatory military conscription. In Denmark, a Russian cyberattack took down government and company websites. The European Commission also announced an investigation into Google. The objective is to determine whether the company discriminates against media outlets in its search results.
Combating terrorism and judicial developments
Israeli forces arrested 40 Hamas terrorists. According to authorities, they planned attacks against civilians and soldiers. In Germany, police arrested another member of a network linked to Hamas. In Argentina, the court ordered the arrest of a former minister from the Kirchner government. The decision is related to a train accident that caused 51 deaths. In France, parliament blocked pension reform, generating a new setback for Macron’s government.
China increases control over religious groups
Chinese justice sentenced a pastor and members of his church to prison. They refused to accept state surveillance. They also opposed the removal of crosses from their church. The sentence reflects the increase in state control over religious activities in the country.
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