EU formally green-lights sanctions against Israeli settlers – POLITICO
The sanctions target individuals linked to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, but several member countries are…
EU’s Kallas rejects Gerhard Schröder as Russia-Ukraine negotiator – POLITICO
“And second, I think Gerhard Schröder has been the high-level lobbyist for Russian state-owned companies so it’s clear why…
EU to approve sanctions on Israeli settlers, says Kallas – POLITICO
“I expect political agreement on the sanctions of violent settlers,” Kallas said ahead of the meeting. “I really…
US troop withdrawal ‘comes as a surprise’ – POLITICO
Kallas framed the move as a wake-up call for European defense, stressing that reliance on American forces can…
European leaders see Trump’s troop drawdown from Germany as new proof they must go it alone
YEREVAN, Armenia (AP) — European leaders on Monday said that U.S. President Donald Trump’s snap decision to pull…
Trump casts doubt on Iran’s new peace proposal – POLITICO
“I’ll let you know about it later,” Trump told reporters in Florida earlier Saturday. “They’re going to give…
US warns shipping companies of sanctions over Iran payments
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions…
Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal to end war with US
ISLAMABAD (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he was “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in…
29 leaders gathered in Cyprus. As usual, the summit was about one who didn’t. – POLITICO
Over dinner, leaders talked about how to make the EU’s barely used mutual defense clause — Article 42.7…
EU to cut Venice Biennale funding over Russia’s participation, Kallas says – POLITICO
The Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most prominent art exhibitions, is set to host Russia for the…
Europe divided over Mideast crises as tensions rise over fuel costs, Israel policy
LUXEMBOURG (AP) — Buoyed by the election of a new leader in Hungary, Europe’s top diplomats are meeting…
EU members reject push to suspend association agreement with Israel – POLITICO
Kallas raised the possibility of adopting “measures that require a qualified majority of votes,” among them targeted sanctions…