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Geopolitical Economy Report  A comprehensive global survey found that people in most countries see the United States as the biggest threat to the world, and they prefer China over the US. Ben Norton analyzes the results of the Democracy Perception Index.

GVS Deep Dive   Europe is facing one of the most important strategic decisions in decades. As Brussels considers tougher trade measures against China, deep divisions are emerging inside the European Union itself. Germany and Spain are warning against measures that could damage exports and investment, while France and other countries are pushing for stronger action against Chinese competition. Meanwhile, Beijing has issued a direct warning that any discriminatory restrictions will be met with retaliation. 

The Grayzone   The Grayzone 's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate take apart the new and credibility-free Israeli "Civil Commission" report alleging mass sexual assault on October 7, demonstrating how it recycled numerous claims that were debunked over two years ago. They point out that the report was rushed to publication following the devastating report by the NY Times ' Nicholas Kristof featuring testimonies of Palestinians who were sexually abused in Israeli prisons after being kidnapped from Gaza.