European politics
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UK, Czech ministers among China’s hacking targets
Bulgaria’s government talks blow up as Mariya Gabriel withdraws bid to be PM
Report: French put migrants at risk with aggressive tactics against small boats
Theresa May: ‘I wasn’t sure’ if Trump would stay in NATO
Orbán congratulates Putin on his rigged election win
5 questions about the EU Parliament suing the Commission over Hungary cash
Hundreds line up at Russia’s embassy in Brussels to vote against Putin
The “Noon Against Putin” protest action caused a long queue for people to cast their ballots in the capital of the EU.
Macron to call for Russia-Ukraine truce during Paris Olympics
French president tells Ukrainian television that he will respect the Olympic Committee’s decision to allow Russian athletes to compete under a neutral flag.
Relief for Pedro Sánchez as Spanish government’s Catalan amnesty bill clears major hurdle in parliament
Lower chamber of Spain’s parliament passes contentious legislation on a vote of 178-172.
Lobbyists fight to keep the EU’s 2035 gas car phase-out alive
Ending the sale of new carbon dioxide-emitting cars is politically unpopular, but one green group says it’s needed for the EU’s climate goals.
US report sees rising risk of ethnic violence in Western Balkans
Annual ODNI assessment collects worldwide threats to U.S. national security.
Portugal election sees above-average turnout in very tight contest
The center-right and center-left alliances are almost evenly matched in pre-election polls, and the far-right Chega party could be the kingmaker.
When the fish died he couldn’t be a fisherman. He became Italy’s finance minister instead.
Quiet man Giancarlo Giorgetti is one of Italian politics’ great survivors. And now he wants to lend Giorgia Meloni’s govenment some credibility.
Europe’s Socialists scramble for ideas to fight far-right surge
“The very soul of Europe is at risk,” warns Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
Council of Europe adviser backs Spanish amnesty law
Venice Commission supports in principle the immunity bill regarding the pro-Catalan independence movement but warns against rushing the legislative process.
Macron cancels Saturday debate with farmers as tensions rise
French president’s U-turn comes after farmers decided to boycott the debate to protest the invitation to a controversial green group.
Former Austrian leader Kurz convicted of lying to parliament
Kurz was forced to resign in 2021 amid a flurry of accusations of corruption.
Most Europeans think Ukraine will lose the war, according to survey
A majority of respondents in Hungary, Greece and Italy want allies to push Kyiv to accept a settlement.
Ursula von der Leyen announces bid for 2nd term
One of Europe’s most powerful leaders is poised for another 5 years running the European Commission.
Former Frontex chief joins French far right for EU election
Fabrice Leggeri quit Frontex in 2022 after an investigation found wrongdoing at the border agency.
Navalny died from ‘sudden death syndrome,’ mother is told
The location of Navalny’s body is unclear, with Russian officials saying the body would not be handed over until an investigation is complete.
Now it’s for real: Navalny is dead, his team confirms
Some Navalny allies had warned that his relatives had not been informed of his death, giving them reason to hold out a glimmer of hope.
Germany looks to prevent far-right takeover of the judiciary
As the AfD maintains strong support in polls, German leaders see Poland and Hungary as cautionary tales.
Trump says he would ‘encourage’ Russia to attack NATO allies who don’t pay up
White House blasts the former president’s comments as “appalling and unhinged.”
Poland tempers reparation demand from Germany
Foreign Minister Sikorski proposes alternative settlement, such as investments in Poland’s defense.
After scrapping nuclear, Germany to spend billions on new gas power plants
The fossil fuel expansion is needed to ensure long-term energy security, according to industry and the government.
Draghi should lead the European Council
It was the Italian politician’s “whatever it takes” approach that saved the eurozone. And EU leaders should unleash that same spirit to counter the bloc’s challenges once more.