The German current account surplus of probably 7 per cent of GDP in the current year is an unparalleled scandal. However, it becomes a real political catastrophe when Germany accuses countries that have fairly balanced balances, such as China, or even high current account deficits, such as the USA, of mercantilism when they defend themselves against the actual mercantilists.
Geopolitics
Alan MacLeod: The CIA, Mossad, and Epstein: Unraveling the Intelligence Ties of The Maxwell Family
With speculation mounting that Trump could pardon her, MintPress profiles the family of convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. From her media baron father, who acted as a high-level spy for Israel, her sister, working to […]
Aviation
Transport & Environment: Low cost airlines pollute more than ever, latest emissions data shows
More than three quarters of European aviation emissions aren’t subject to a carbon price, new study shows. Read HERE Photo: Public Domain
EU politics
Palestine Chronicle: Spain Cancels Third Arms Deal with Israel Following New Embargo Law
Spain has canceled a €207 million arms deal with Israel as part of a new royal decree imposing a comprehensive embargo in response to the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Read Article HERE
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