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Merz shrugs off Trump clash over troops, trade
Merz publicly wonders if he could have handled Trump better, but doesn't plan to change his style to be more "polished."
Europe’s nagging fear: Putin’s ‘window of opportunity’ is now
The next two years could provide Russia with the perfect chance to test the West's commitment to NATO. But some governments, and the alliance itself, consider t...
EU accused of wasting €20B on AI computing dreams
Critics argue that there's no demand for the massive computing hubs Brussels has planned.
The EU-Mercosur deal takes effect — but the fight over it goes on
The trade accord with the South American bloc will boost exports of cars and Champagne, but political wrangling over it persists.
Anger and apathy on UK campaign trail force candidates to keep it local
The Liberal Democrats and Conservatives are battling it out in Surrey on May 7 — and trying to cut through the cynicism.
Germany’s Merz loses hard-won favor with Trump
The American president seems to be seething over criticism that the U.S. has been "humiliated" in Iran, and is threatening to pull Washington's forces out of Ge...
Trump’s threat to pull troops out of Germany crashes into reality
An American drawdown from Germany would take years, cost billions — and potentially damage the U.S. military campaign in Iran.
EU merger shake-up exposes von der Leyen–Ribera clash of visions
Commission chief promotes expansive “European champions” agenda as her Spanish No. 2 defends the foundational rules of the EU single market.
UK’s diplomats left in disarray by Mandelson scandal
Firing of chief Olly Robbins cut short a radical program to reform the once-prized Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
EU plans ‘pre-entry’ perks for Ukraine as fast-track membership hopes dim
As Kyiv inches forward on its path to joining the EU, capitals are pushing for more immediate ways to unlock political and economic advantages.
Former Olympic hammer thrower emerges as Italian left’s new champion to take on Meloni
The mayor of Genoa is staying coy on whether she will make a big push into national politics before a general election expected next year.
How to watch Romania’s political chaos like a pro
As the coalition breaks apart, can centrist President Nicușor Dan find a way to contain the far right and keep the critical NATO member on a path to stability?