Scholz and Macron feud over arms for Ukraine – POLITICO
Those comments were a stark contrast to Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who shortly before departing for the summit in Paris made the opposite argument, warning of…
Macron wants to lead Europe on Ukraine, but France may not let him – POLITICO
The question, then, is: How far is Macron truly ready to go this time? His previous lofty rhetoric on Ukraine, after all, has not been…
Macron doesn’t rule out sending Western troops to Ukraine – POLITICO
"It is a recognition of the challenge Ukraine faces, and that there is a bit more give, it's a credit to the French. They've had…
Less talk, more shells. Ukraine tells EU leaders to get serious about ammo. – POLITICO
In addition, half of the West’s commitments on military gear don’t arrive in time, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov complained this weekend. In Paris, the…
Germany, France join US and UK in backing Mark Rutte for top NATO job – POLITICO
Berlin's endorsement follows an intense 24-hour diplomatic campaign to shore up support for the Dutchman, amid ongoing hesitation from a group of around 10 countries…
Germany’s Scholz wants European allies to up defense spending – POLITICO
He said Germany, often criticized in the past for not spending enough on defense, would meet NATO's target of spending 2 percent of GDP on…
UK’s David Cameron preps for battle with Russia’s Lavrov over Ukraine – POLITICO
Optimism Still, some optimism remains inside the British government about the Russia-Ukraine war. Officials expect Ukraine to be able to export its full harvest next…
Zelenskyy blames Putin for Navalny’s death as leaders voice outrage – POLITICO
He added that Navalny had been a strong voice for freedom and for democracy for many years: "NATO and NATO allies have called for his…
Germany’s Scholz fires back at Trump – POLITICO
Trump triggered uproar across Europe after telling a crowd during a weekend campaign stop in South Carolina that he would “encourage” Russia to invade NATO allies who…
NATO is ‘All for one, and one for all!’ says Poland’s Tusk after Trump’s attack – POLITICO
Neither Tusk nor Macron made specific reference to the comments from the Republican presidential front-runner, but both argued for solidarity in their statements to the…
US aid ‘indispensable’ for defense of Ukraine, Scholz says – POLITICO
Citing the EU's decision to allocate more funding for Ukraine at the extraordinary European Council summit last week, the German chancellor urged the U.S. Congress…
For Europeans, Trump’s already back and America has abandoned Ukraine – POLITICO
The answer isn’t expected to please the German leader. Ironic inversion For the two leaders, the irony will be wearily apparent. At the outset of…
How the far right aims to ride farmers’ outrage to power in Europe – POLITICO
“Farmers’ anger has become a major issue for the far right across Europe,” said Kevin Cunningham, a political scientist who has studied the surge in…
Is it ready to fight Vladimir Putin alone? – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Can Europe fend off a Russian attack on its own? It’s a question that…
Macron to ‘finalize security deal’ during Ukraine visit – POLITICO
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday he plans to sign a bilateral security agreement with Kyiv during a visit to Ukraine next month. Macron…
European officials visit Ukraine with pledges of more support – POLITICO
Europe’s leaders and top officials are descending on Kyiv with pledges of fresh support as Russia continues its relentless air attacks against Ukraine. Newly appointed…
Germany’s far-right AfD is soaring. Can a ban stop it? – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BERLIN — As the far-right Alternative for Germany continues to rise — and its…
Germany’s Scholz badgers EU countries to boost military aid for Ukraine – POLITICO
BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday urged other EU nations to deliver more military aid to Ukraine, saying Berlin has asked Brussels to…
Cameron and Baerbock call for ‘sustainable cease-fire’ in Gaza – POLITICO
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock on Sunday called for a “sustainable cease-fire” in the Middle East, lamenting that “too…
Migration is derailing leaders from Biden to Macron. Who’s next? – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BRUSSELS — Western leaders are grappling with how to handle two era-defining wars in…