Weekly News Update: Jun 7, 2024

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Good morning,

As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, let us remember the sacrifices made by the greatest generation to secure the freedoms we enjoy today. On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched the largest amphibious invasion in history, storming the beaches of Normandy to liberate Europe from the grip of tyranny. Today, eight decades later, we face perhaps the greatest threats to liberal democracies since that time. The challenges are daunting, but the spirit of determination and unity that defined D-Day continues to shine brightly. As we reflect on the past, let us draw strength and inspiration to confront the present with the same courage and resolve.

Europe continues to increase its support to Ukraine, seeing it as a bulwark against the Axis of Autocracy, as the country fights for its survival against its Russian invaders. As a geopolitical counter, Russia is attempting to expand its presence in Africa and in the Western hemisphere, trying to create dilemma for the US an…