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Iran shock puts Starmer’s economic comeback on ice
Politics

Iran shock puts Starmer’s economic comeback on ice

The UK's politicians are only beginning to grapple with the long-term effects of conflict in the Middle East — and have little room for maneuver.

How to watch Denmark’s elections like a pro
Politics

How to watch Denmark’s elections like a pro

It's a neck-and-neck race in the Danish parliamentary elections, with voters divided over a wide range of domestic issues.

Australia and EU sign sensitive trade deal
Politics

Australia and EU sign sensitive trade deal

"When it comes to trade, Europe is open for business," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told the Australian parliament in Canberra Tuesday.

Referendum defeat brings Italy’s Meloni crashing down to earth
Politics

Referendum defeat brings Italy’s Meloni crashing down to earth

The opposition senses the high-flying prime minister can now be beaten in an election expected next year.

Let’s talk about your tech rules, Trump envoy tells EU
Politics

Let’s talk about your tech rules, Trump envoy tells EU

Washington wants more concrete engagement on the EU’s landmark digital platform and competition laws, Ambassador Andrew Puzder tells POLITICO.

Eurovision for trees reaches its zenith. Will Poland win again?
Politics

Eurovision for trees reaches its zenith. Will Poland win again?

A contest set up to raise environmental awareness is scrambling to contain nationalist passions.

Why transnational governance education matters now
Politics

Why transnational governance education matters now

A world defined by systemic risk and strategic competition demands a new approach to leadership development.

How two wars are pulling Europe and the US apart
Politics

How two wars are pulling Europe and the US apart

The EU is worried President Trump could abandon Ukraine if the bloc doesn't support him in the Middle East.

Thought Iraq was a blunder? Iran is far worse.
Politics

Thought Iraq was a blunder? Iran is far worse.

Trump’s decision to join Israel in a war against Iran is a far bigger strategic error, and one with far bigger strategic consequences.

French far right claims momentum for presidency after local elections
Politics

French far right claims momentum for presidency after local elections

Marine Le Pen's National Rally failed to win big target cities such as Marseille, Toulon and Nîmes, but the party still thinks it has the upper hand nationwide.

Denmark’s kingmaker is a man who brushes his teeth with soap
Politics

Denmark’s kingmaker is a man who brushes his teeth with soap

Lars Løkke Rasmussen may be on track for only 12 seats in the country's next parliament, but sees no reason why he shouldn't be Denmark's next prime minister.

‘Iran has bought him time’: War eases leadership pressure on Starmer
Politics

‘Iran has bought him time’: War eases leadership pressure on Starmer

The crisis in the Middle East is dampening chatter about removing Britain's embattled prime minister — but the real test will come in crucial May elections.

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