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The Duran: Episode 2401

The Duran: Episode 961
France's Marine Le Pen Acquitted in Case Over Violating Hate Speech Laws
https://sputniknews.com/europe/202105041082797685-frances-marine-le-pen-acquitted-in-case-over-violating-hate-speech-laws/

Good Day my fellow Duranians.

Last night Alexander was the special guest on the Medical Doctors for Covid Ethics International, hosted by Dr. Stephen Frost and moderated by Charles Kovess and team.

It was a brilliant discussion and @alexmercouris the praise after your meeting and you left was tremendous!
Most everyone unilaterally agreed that your explanations were erudite and very diplomatic, which we have come very accustomed to here.

I hope everyone enjoys this wonderful debate and discussion with Alexander!

I am unable to do a Live Stream today because Catherine has an urgent commitment this evening which she has to keep and which means that I will be the one tonight to look after the children and put them to bed.

Apologies to everyone for this. I have however negotiated with Catherine time on Friday and look forward to holding the Live Stream then at our usual times: 14:00 EST, 19:00 London time.

Strategic Cognition Engine | SCE-009-20251203

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Multipolar Leverage and Structural Dynamics

The current strategic environment in Europe reflects a growing structural gap between political signaling and real capability. States announce support and issue warnings, yet domestic politics, industrial shortfalls, logistical constraints — and now energy‑policy decisions — limit their ability to act. The European Union’s move to phase out Russian gas imports by 2027 marks a watershed shift in structural leverage. Europe’s energy dependence, high debt, and fragmented industry undermine its threat credibility and amplify vulnerabilities. As supply becomes politicized, credible deterrence grows more difficult. States with coherent, resilient structures and operational depth can exploit these gaps to strengthen their strategic posture.  

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Economic leverage matters as much as military power. Access to energy, control of financial flows, and industrial capacity shape strategic ...