Will Trump’s new security doctrine boost the rise of far right in Europe?

Democrat Eileen Higgins is favored to win the Miami mayoral election in a run-off against a rival backed by former President Trump, marking a significant political contest in a region known for its strong support of Trump. This election is being closely monitored as it reflects the current political climate in Florida.

Former President Donald Trump, in an interview with Politico, emphasized his influence over NATO, stating that the alliance refers to him as 'daddy.' He discussed a new national security strategy that sharply criticizes European allies for their unrealistic expectations regarding the Ukraine conflict and calls for an end to NATO expansion.

UK gilt yields have seen a slight decrease compared to other major economies, indicating a potential shift in the bond markets as Chancellor Rachel Reeves navigates fiscal challenges. Despite this drop, the UK still faces a significant premium on borrowing costs, with 10-year government gilt yields rising compared to US Treasury bonds and eurozone counterparts since the last general election.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Pope Leo XIV in Rome to discuss Ukraine's updated peace proposals amid increasing pressure from the United States for concessions in the ongoing conflict with Russia. This meeting highlights Zelenskyy's diplomatic efforts to garner support for Ukraine's sovereignty.

Former President Donald Trump has criticized European nations as 'decaying' and their leaders as 'weak,' claiming they have failed to manage migration and address the ongoing Ukraine conflict. This statement follows his recent national-security strategy, which also denounces European leaders for their unrealistic expectations regarding the resolution of the war in Ukraine and calls for an end to NATO expansion.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected any proposals to cede land in ongoing peace negotiations, emphasizing Ukraine's sovereignty during meetings with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni and Pope Leo. This stance comes amid rising pressure from the United States to accept a revised peace plan that aligns with Russian interests.

Former President Donald Trump has urged Ukraine to accept a peace deal with Russia, claiming that the country is losing the ongoing conflict. He criticized European leaders as weak and suggested that Russia holds significant leverage in negotiations. This statement reflects Trump's ongoing influence in U.S. foreign policy discussions regarding Ukraine.

The US and European nations have called on Rwanda and the M23 rebel group to cease their offensive in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), following the recent signing of a peace agreement in Washington. This appeal comes as M23 fighters have taken control of the strategic city of Uvira, prompting a mass exodus of civilians into Burundi.