France’s Bold Move on Palestine, CPAC 2025’s Global Populism Surge, and Taiwan’s Defense Strategy

In today's episode, we explore France's groundbreaking decision to recognize Palestine as a state by 2025, a move that could reshape Middle Eastern diplomacy. We also delve into the global rise of right-wing populism highlighted at CPAC 2025, featuring international leaders advocating nationalist policies. Lastly, we examine Taiwan's strategic defense measures against potential Chinese aggression, drawing parallels with Ukraine's situation. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.

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