As the political landscape shifts in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s re-election, various global leaders and analysts are weighing in on the implications. Why Trump won and Harris lost is being analyzed, with critics pointing to resonating themes from his previous campaigns. Meanwhile, Anne Applebaum warns that the challenges faced in the U.S. could mirror troubling trends emerging in Europe. Trump’s administration is also gearing up for possible changes; reports indicate he might appoint top officials without waiting for Senate approval, as covered in France Info. In international relations, tensions between Ukraine and Russia continue to escalate with significant drone strikes, while the Kremlin denies reports of a recent call between Trump and Putin, labeling them as ‘pure fiction’. This intricately connected web of politics demonstrates the global ramifications of U.S. leadership decisions.