35 Years of German Unity: The Return of Power Politics
October 3 marks the 35th anniversary of German reunification. This celebration happens during a special time because of two major world changes...
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Germany celebrates 35 years of reunification during a time of big changes in world politics. Two important events changed everything. Russia started a full war against Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
Donald Trump returned to power on January 20, 2025, and wants America to work less with Europe. Some people think this creates a new type of politics without clear values. But this is wrong.
Trump's way is actually very old - it brings back the power politics that existed for hundreds of years. What is really ending is the special 80-year period after World War II.
During this time, America protected democratic Europe and supported international cooperation through the United Nations. Countries followed rules and worked together. Now this system is breaking down.
Trump prefers making deals based on power and national interests. This change affects Germany greatly because it has always benefited from international cooperation and stability.
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