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The return of Hitler and warm beer!
Would you vote for a Hitler or an Epstein?
Giorgia Meloni is on a winning streak in Rome and Brussels. The referendum can end it.
A plebiscite on judicial reform risks tripping up Italy's leader just as she is at the zenith of her power.
How ‘unacceptable’ Orbán defeated the EU again — but maybe for the final time
Europe's longest-serving leader won the fight over Ukraine's €90B loan. By the next summit he could be a distant memory.
Britain steps back from Africa with new aid cuts
Britain has unveiled its cuts to international aid and only three recipients will see aid spending fully protected: Ukraine, the Palestinian territories and Sud...
Czechia preparing Kremlin-style bill to crack down on NGOs, critics say
A leaked version of the working draft details stricter regulations on international funding and large penalties for breaking the law.
French far right’s success in Champagne boosts presidential dream
Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella struck an upbeat tone in the land of sparkling wines.
UK meningitis outbreak — should Europe be worried?
Two people have died and 27 have fallen ill. Health officials are issuing antibiotics and vaccine doses.
Black Cube, leaked tapes and corruption: Israeli spy firm crashes Slovenia’s election
Foreign interference looms over the vote after accusations that a private intelligence company meddled in the campaign.
Orbán’s last stand: EU braces for showdown over €90B Ukraine loan
EU leaders are conflicted on how much of the spotlight the Hungarian PM should be given at what could be his last summit on Thursday.
Iran war tests Rutte’s NATO Trump strategy
A lack of consensus and NATO's limited role in the Middle East make the crisis particularly hard for the alliance chief to resolve.
5 fights to watch out for at summit of EU leaders
Two wars, climate clashes and a €90 billion standoff with Hungary overshadow an EU meeting on reviving Europe's economy.
Pourquoi la guerre de Trump contre l’Iran pousse l’UE à se tourner vers les renouvelables
Les pays de l’UE se disputeront peut-être sur les solutions à court terme pour faire face aux prix élevés de l’énergie, mais ils s’accordent à dire que les éner...