Carney’s mega anti-Trump alliance starts quest to save world trade – POLITICO
Among other squabbles, the WTO, which operates by consensus, has seen its 166 members at odds over whether…
Equality as a guiding principle for US policy on Israel-Palestine
Executive summary Global attention on Israel-Palestine has understandably focused on Gaza since October 7, 2023. But a parallel…
Slovenia’s ruling liberals defeat populists in photo-finish election – POLITICO
The Slovenian vote had been seen as a mood-check of the bloc’s electorate, with the EU tilting right…
Iraq must not be a staging ground for war with Iran
Iraq finds itself caught in the crossfire of Israeli and American strikes against Iran. Unlike the Arab Gulf…
Peter Thiel ties put major German military drone deal on shaky ground – POLITICO
“The fact is that Peter Thiel openly rejects our democracy. We do not know how large his influence…
Italy’s Meloni doubles down on law and order – POLITICO
“We felt that same indignation — we saw Turin violated,” Carretta explained, but “restricting the possibility to demonstrate…
We’d like to join your Board of Peace, but we can’t – POLITICO
Seeking a diplomatic way out, Rome and Berlin both turned to their constitutions. “We are ready. But of…
Europe backs away from Trump’s Board of Peace – POLITICO
The Dutch have also declined to take part, while a Danish diplomat, like others granted anonymity to discuss…
Trump threatens 200 percent tariffs on French wine after Macron snubs peace board – POLITICO
In response, a French official close to Macron who was granted anonymity as they are not authorized to…
France rejects Trump Gaza peace board invite over fears it wants to supplant UN – POLITICO
Trump announced the establishment of the board — which he touted as “the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board…
Tony Blair poised for role in Gaza governance – POLITICO
The FT reported that the executive committee will also include U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law,…
Europe’s year of existential risk – POLITICO
Activists protest outside Downing street against the recent policies of Donald Trump. | Guy Smallman/Getty Images Meanwhile, European…