Category Archives: Europe

“What the coalition of the willing has agreed for Ukraine’s ceasefire”

Posted on March 16, 2025 by TTG

Sir Keir Starmer thrashed out plans for a western peacekeeping force of more than 10,000 troops for Ukraine yesterday at a virtual meeting of the “coalition of the willing”. Two minehunter ships, which were transferred from the Royal Navy to … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Russia, TTG, Ukraine, United Kingdom | 27 Comments

(Actually) Russia is at it’s Most Fragile, Right Now

Posted on March 3, 2025 by TTG

The European military logistics and capability required to penetrate Russian lines and send them into chaos isn’t big. It’s the requirement for ‘leadership’ – which is immense. Remember, the EU (1993) is a post-Soviet (1991) organization built to foster compromise, … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 70 Comments

China is ready to fill the void

Posted on February 18, 2025 by TTG

“Friends, China has always seen in Europe an important pole in the multipolar world. The two sides are partners, not rivals. This year marks the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations. China is willing to work with the European side … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Europe, TTG, Ukraine | 45 Comments

Munich Security Conference in the shadow of Donald Trump

Posted on February 13, 2025 by TTG

The traditionally close ties between the US and Europe have defined the Munich Security Conference for decades. Despite some differences, there has always been a solid foundation. Everyone worked well together and respected each other. But since US President Donald Trump has come into … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Russia, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 57 Comments

Rubio, Kallas agree to exert maximum pressure on Russia

Posted on January 29, 2025 by TTG

BRUSSELS – In a phone call on Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas agreed on the need to exert strong … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 37 Comments

“Romanian Court Annuls Presidential Election, Throws Process Into Chaos”

Posted on December 8, 2024 by TTG

Romania’s Constitutional Court annulled the entire presidential election — even as a runoff vote was under way — throwing the process into upheaval after a Moscow-friendly, far-right candidate won the first round. The court ruling on December 6 was followed … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Politics, Russia, TTG | 86 Comments

Moldova’s Sandu secures knife-edge EU vote win

Posted on October 21, 2024 by TTG

CHISINAU, Oct 21 (Reuters) – President Maia Sandu said on Monday Moldovans had won a “first battle in a difficult fight” for their future, a day after a slim majority of 50.46% backed EU accession in a referendum that was … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Russia, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 12 Comments

Poland marks 80th anniversary of Warsaw Uprising

Posted on August 1, 2024 by TTG

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The Polish capital came to a standstill Thursday on the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Uprising, an ill-fated revolt against Nazi German forces during World War II. Sirens wailed, church bells rang and … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, Europe, Germany, History, Poland, TTG | 31 Comments

US, Russia prisoner swap secures release of Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and others

Posted on August 1, 2024 by TTG

After a historically complex, monthslong negotiation involving more than six countries and two dozen prisoners, the Biden administration on Thursday announced it had secured the release of three American citizens from Russia, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Marine … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, Europe, Germany, Russia, TTG | 23 Comments

“Before Biden can save Ukraine, he must use the NATO summit to save himself”

Posted on July 9, 2024 by TTG

CNN  — The NATO summit was long planned to celebrate the alliance’s 75th anniversary, to lock in longterm military support for Ukraine and even to future-proof the West against a possible second term for Donald Trump. But no one expected the … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Policy, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 86 Comments