Makana 360 Daily Report – July 17, 2025
📌 Syria: Druze protection a national priority — In his first televised address, Syria’s interim President Ahmed al‑Sharaa declared safeguarding the Druze minority a national imperative amid intensified Israeli strikes. He pledged unity, resisted external interference, and signaled readiness to defend national sovereignty.
📌 Trump’s Patriots plan stirs Europe — Former U.S. President Donald Trump surprised allies by agreeing to provide Patriot missile systems to Ukraine—on condition that Europe supplies them first. While delivery may begin within days, European leaders are concerned about costs, logistics, and commitments as details remain vague.
📌 EU eyes €2 trillion budget — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a €2 trillion EU budget for 2028–2034. Priorities include competitiveness (€451B), agriculture (€300B), and defense (€131B). New funding would come from carbon permits, corporate levies, and plastics taxes. Approval from all 27 member states is required.
📌 EA FC 26 lands in September — EA Sports confirmed the new EA FC 26 will launch in September 2026, reigniting excitement in the gaming world and driving up mentions to over 1.5M. The franchise continues to dominate football simulations.
📌 Zelda’s stars revealed — Anticipation surged after the live-action Legend of Zelda movie announced Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda. The casting fueled over 1.7M mentions across entertainment platforms.
📌 Thai drama buzz: “The Air” — The upcoming Thai series The Air Q1 Shooting, produced by 4elements, trended with 1.4M mentions as fans eagerly await its release. The show reflects a growing global appetite for Asian entertainment content.
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