Welcome to the Meanwhile in Europe Podcast. Today's August 22, 2025.On the international stage, the sources detail the ongoing war in Ukraine, including diplomatic efforts to secure U.S. security guarantees, Russia's perceived stalling tactics, and Ukraine's acceleration of mass production for its 3,000-kilometer range Flamingo missiles. A major point of contention is the controversial EU-U.S. trade deal, which sees Europe accepting 15 percent baseline duties on exports like wine and spirits, raising concerns from former EU officials about violating WTO principles and potentially weakening the rule-based trading system, with France notably resisting the Mercosur pact. Domestically, the UK is grappling with record asylum claims, sparking widespread hotel protests and legal actions from local authorities, alongside significant policy debates on issues ranging from education to public services and an independent review of the curriculum. Across Europe, other issues include debates over a potential AfD ban in Germany, the future of AI investment, and a formal declaration of famine in Gaza City. Overall, the material paints a picture of a shifting global landscape marked by economic uncertainty, escalating conflicts, and complex domestic political maneuvering.

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