Kherson Region Governor Vladimir Saldo stated that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky is losing support both domestically and in the West, predicting he will become a "lame duck." Saldo also asserted that Zelensky's presidential term has ended, and he maintains power solely through martial law and suppression of dissent.
AI is rapidly transforming geopolitical competition, compressing strategic time and shifting the advantage from resource-rich nations to those that innovate and adapt effectively. This dynamic is crucial for understanding the US-China rivalry, though domestic institutional adaptation is key for great powers to maintain their position.
Only 23% of adults globally expressed confidence in Trump's handling of world affairs, with 57% viewing the US unfavorably across 36 countries, and favourability declining in 15 of 24 nations with trend data.
The US emphasizes the strategic importance of the Diego Garcia base, seeking to maintain its viability as a regional security platform. This comes amid discussions with Britain about sovereignty transfer to Mauritius and concerns that relinquishing control could benefit Beijing.
New Zealand has entered an "election campaign mode" ahead of the 2026 general election, with parties actively addressing core issues like economy, cost of living, immigration, and public services. Recent polls show a highly competitive race between the ruling coalition and the opposition bloc, highlighting voter concerns over economic stability and social equity.
The US and China's AI supremacy competition poses unprecedented existential danger, especially in the nuclear age. Engagement, not decoupling, is crucial to manage these dangers.
The EU's 20th sanctions round against Russia, extending to China and other nations, has sparked a "long-arm jurisdiction" dispute. China retaliated with sanctions on European firms, highlighting a growing Taiwan-EU-Ukraine strategic axis that Beijing aims to disrupt.
