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Europe faces a pincer attack from White House ideologues backed by Silicon Valley and its far-right proxies | Armida va

The article discusses how the United States is advancing a new global order based on autocracy and the use of force, underpinned by xenophobic nationalism, which is transformative for the transatlantic relationship. The US is exerting leverage on EU regulators through the influence of tech bosses and the Trump administration, as well as through the instrumentalization of far-right politicians in Europe to achieve its foreign policy objectives. Europe's security dependency on the US is being ruthlessly exploited, as the business interests of Silicon Valley tech firms converge with those of the White House. However, the article suggests that Europe is not powerless and is not alone in facing this "pincer attack" from the US.

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Jan 28, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
Leon Goretzka says Donald Trump ‘makes us feel not only German but European’

Leon Goretzka, the German midfielder, has expressed his views on the political climate ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Goretzka stated that US President Donald Trump's actions have made him feel "not only German but also European." The…

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Jan 28, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet reportLATEST
Leon Goretzka says Donald Trump ‘makes us feel not only German but European’

Leon Goretzka, the German midfielder, has expressed his views on the political climate ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Goretzka stated that US President Donald Trump's actions have made him feel "not only German but…

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Jan 22, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Silicon Valley Pours Out Lobbying Cash and Flattery to Win Over Deal-Minded Trump

Silicon Valley companies have ramped up their lobbying efforts in Washington under the Trump administration. These tech giants have spent record amounts on lobbying, visited the White House frequently, and showered the…

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Jan 20, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
Concerned European football chiefs discuss response to Trump over Greenland

European football leaders are concerned about Donald Trump's wish to annex Greenland, and have held initial discussions on how the sport could respond. The implications for the World Cup this summer were among the…

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Jan 20, 2026·BBCT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Trump's full messages with European leaders – and what they tell us

The article examines the private messages exchanged between US President Donald Trump and European leaders, which have been made publicly available. Experts analyze the content of these messages to gain insights into…

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Jan 20, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Bessent Urges Calm Over Greenland, Downplays Treasuries Risk

The US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has called for calm amid the growing tensions between the US and its allies over President Trump's ambitions to acquire Greenland. Bessent urged allies to honor their trade…

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Jan 18, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Stock Futures Fall as Trump’s Europe Tariffs Weigh on Sentiment

The article discusses how stock futures fell due to President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland. The decision to impose these tariffs has weighed on market sentiment, as…

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Jan 18, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Euro Pain From Trump Limited by US Asset Exposure, Deutsche Says

The article discusses the potential impact of President Trump's trade threats toward Europe over Greenland on the euro. According to a Deutsche Bank AG strategist, the fallout on the euro may be limited due to the US's…

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Jan 13, 2026·WiredT2 · Outlet report
Reid Hoffman Wants Silicon Valley to ‘Stand Up’ Against the Trump Administration

Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn, has called on Silicon Valley leaders to "stand up" against the Trump administration. Hoffman, a frequent critic of the president, believes that tech executives should publicly…

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Jan 12, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Germany’s Top Diplomat Hopes for Greenland ‘Compromise’ With US

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expressed optimism about reaching a "compromise" between Europe and the US over Greenland. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened to seize the island, which sparked…

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Jan 9, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Tiny Greenland Lender Jumps 40% as Trump Fuels Investor Bonanza

The news article discusses the recent surge in the stock price of a small bank located in Greenland, following a political battle over the territory. Investors are speculating that the attention generated by the debate…

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Jan 9, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
European Sectors to Watch Ahead of Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

The article discusses the potential impact of a US Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs, which are expected to affect various European sectors. European stock investors are closely…

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Jan 8, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet reportOPENING
Europe faces a pincer attack from White House ideologues backed by Silicon Valley and its far-right proxies | Armida va Rij

The article discusses how the United States is advancing a new global order based on autocracy and the use of force, underpinned by xenophobic nationalism, which is transformative for the transatlantic relationship. The…

Read original at The Guardian →

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianJan 28, 2026

Leon Goretzka, the German midfielder, has expressed his views on the political climate ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Goretzka stated that US President Donald Trump's actions have made him feel "not only German but also European." The…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 22, 2026

Silicon Valley companies have ramped up their lobbying efforts in Washington under the Trump administration. These tech giants have spent record amounts on lobbying, visited the White House frequently, and showered the president with…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianJan 20, 2026

European football leaders are concerned about Donald Trump's wish to annex Greenland, and have held initial discussions on how the sport could respond. The implications for the World Cup this summer were among the topics raised during a…

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T2 · Outlet reportBBCJan 20, 2026

The article examines the private messages exchanged between US President Donald Trump and European leaders, which have been made publicly available. Experts analyze the content of these messages to gain insights into the dynamics of the…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 20, 2026

The US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has called for calm amid the growing tensions between the US and its allies over President Trump's ambitions to acquire Greenland. Bessent urged allies to honor their trade agreements and dismissed…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 18, 2026

The article discusses how stock futures fell due to President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland. The decision to impose these tariffs has weighed on market sentiment, as investors are concerned…

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