As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appeals to allies for updated air-defence systems to meet the new threat from Russia, involving an experimental hypersonic missile, FRANCE 24’s Gavin Lee welcomes Retired US Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, former Commanding General of US Army Europe. Lt. Gen. Hodges asserts that, despite numerous threats, Russia will never start a nuclear war “because there are zero positive upsides,” including the US threat of “catastrophic consequences.”
Lt Gen Hodges (ret): Putin’s war on Ukraine ‘could’ve ended last year’ had West provided ‘the tools’
European Commission denies jet fuel shortages amid Iran conflict warnings
The European Commission has dismissed claims of imminent jet fuel shortages, despite warnings from the International Energy Agency regarding potential cancellations of flights due to
EU to restore Syria relations, strengthen trade and security ties.
EFFECTS OF EU POLICY
This morning, Europe grapples with implications of new regulations, impacting trade and member state dynamics.
Key discussions continue over energy