Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te announced plans to bolster defense spending with a $40 billion budget, citing “intensifying” threats from China, which views the island as its own territory. Lai stated that Xi Jinping’s regime is accelerating military preparations to take Taiwan by force, leading to a focus on achieving a “high level of combat preparedness” by 2027. This includes investment in equipment like missiles and drones, artificial intelligence, and increased cooperation with the United States. President Lai emphasized that any compromise in the face of aggression would only lead to war, and the greatest threat is giving up.
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According to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Russia could be prepared for a military confrontation with Europe by 2027, a prediction confirmed by NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe. This assessment aligns with earlier warnings from Ukrainian and Western intelligence regarding Russia’s potential to restore its combat capabilities. While acknowledging the growing threat, Tusk emphasized the need for vigilance and preparation without inciting panic. Poland, which borders Russia and has been a key supporter of Ukraine, is also actively reinforcing its defenses in anticipation of a potential conflict.
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Steve Bannon recently predicted that Democrats will aggressively pursue impeaching Donald Trump in 2027, potentially leading to imprisonment. This follows Bannon’s previous assertion that Trump will win a third term in 2028, a claim met with skepticism due to term limits. Bannon, however, remains confident, suggesting unspecified alternative strategies are underway. He insists these methods are democratic, focusing on voter engagement, despite constitutional constraints.
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