EU threatens to silence Hungary if it blocks Ukrainian funds – POLITICO
On Ukraine, the Euroskeptic and pro-Russian Orbán said from the start of the war that Kyiv and Moscow should work on a mediated solution. With…
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…
The UK’s great disappearing energy summit – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. LONDON — It was billed as the summit that would “rewire the global energy…
Britain’s Conservatives are warming to Donald Trump 2.0 – POLITICO
LONDON — They might not be wearing MAGA hats, but some of Britain’s most prominent Conservatives are flirting with Donald Trump again. A steady stream…
LGBTQ+ young people’s charity issues warning against trans school policy from UK government
Just Like Us, the LGBTQIA+ young people’s charity, has issued a warning against the proposed school guidance from the UK government. “We recommend schools do…
Hiltzik: Ron DeSantis, loser – Los Angeles Times
Sunday was a tough day for those, like me, who get their entertainment jollies by watching losers try to redeem themselves. I’m not talking only…
Can the EU develop a shared foreign policy? | News
The divisions between EU member states over Israel’s war on Gaza contrast with near unity on the Russia-Ukraine war. European Union foreign ministers have met…
WA’s gas policy has been the envy of the nation, but there are warnings it could become a ‘disaster’
At a site south of Perth in the city's industrial heartland, Grant Lukey looks out at manufacturing equipment worth tens of millions of dollars.Key points:WA…
Netanyahu trapped by clashing demands from war cabinet and hawks – POLITICO
TEL AVIV — As he tries to cling to power, Benjamin Netanyahu is being buffeted by contradictory demands over the direction of the war in…
U.S. Middle East policy has failed
Following Hamas’s brutal massacre of Israeli civilians on Oct. 7, Israel’s massive military campaign against the group has brought the Gaza Strip to the brink…
Trump turns his ire on Haley, with barrage of policy, personal and conspiratorial shots
“As you’ve probably heard, Nikki Haley is counting on Democrats and liberals to infiltrate your Republican Primary to put her over the top in this…
What’s behind North Korea’s shock change of policy towards the South? | Politics News
Pyongyang announces it is scrapping its long-term aim of reunification with South Korea. In a dramatic shift, North Korea is tearing up its goal of…
John Kerry’s America First climate legacy – POLITICO
MAGA may really hate John Kerry, but under his leadership U.S. climate diplomacy has stuck to its America First heritage. President Joe Biden’s special climate…
Trump’s ghost stalks Davos – POLITICO
DAVOS, Switzerland — World leaders gathered together in the Swiss Alps this week are nervous that Donald Trump will be even more anti-global if he returns…
Analyzing Biden and Trump Administrations: A Comparative Look at American Foreign Policy
Within the realm of international relations, various theories guide states in shaping and managing their interactions with other countries. This is particularly evident in the…
The ‘dirty dozen’ of Davos – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. It’s that time of year again: Leaders, business titans, philanthropists and celebs descend on…
Watching the watchdogs: The 5 Ds of US Middle East policy | Opinions
For 100 days now, Israel’s sustained genocidal war on Gaza has propelled the Middle East into new orbits of death, destruction, and ever-rising fears of…
Five things you need to know about William Lai – POLITICO
TAIPEI — Forget Xi Jinping or Joe Biden for a second. Meet Taiwan's next President William Lai, upon whom the fate of U.S.-China relations —…
Independence-leaning candidate wins Taiwan election
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s ruling party clinched a third presidential term in Saturday’s election, in a historic win that portends the continuation of a tense cross-strait…
Middle East braces for chaos as Iran and West square up – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Western warplanes and guided missiles roared through the skies over Yemen in the early…