September 12, 2025: Europe's Defense Gap, UK Political Turmoil, France's Gov Revamp & Fitch Watch, Germany's UN Absence, plus VDL's Car Clash & Israel Sanctions Debate

Meanwhile in Europe
12/09/2025 10 min

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September 12, 2025. NATO's critical defense gaps exposed by inexpensive Russian drones, the UK government's turmoil following Ambassador Mandelson's sacking, and France's political reorganization under Prime Minister Lecornu ahead of a crucial Fitch rating announcement. We also cover Germany's domestic focus sidelining UN diplomacy, EU President Ursula von der Leyen's clash with carmakers over combustion engine bans and push for Israel sanctions, the controversy surrounding Charlie Kirk's shooting, and the significant conviction of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

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