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…
Merz heads to Beijing as Germany Inc. reels from ‘China shock’ – POLITICO
But few expect any sweeping deals will be reached. German industry leaders are instead calling for more concrete…
EU Parliament puts US trade deal on ice after latest Trump tariff hit – POLITICO
One of the safeguards foresaw a six-month review of the deal to ensure that tariffs on products containing…
The Dutch have a new government. Now the hunger games begin. – POLITICO
On migration, for example, the coalition is likely to look for, and find, support on the far-right flank.…
Why Germany’s conservatives can’t get over Angela Merkel – POLITICO
Jens Spahn, now leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group and once Merkel’s health minister, struck a similar tone. “A…
French far right looks for Charlie Kirk moment after activist’s killing – POLITICO
“What happened to Quentin, it feels like it could have happened dozens of times to our supporters in…
Trump blasts Starmer’s Chagos deal — hours after US backed it – POLITICO
Under the arrangement, struck last year after months of negotiations, the joint U.S.-U.K. base will remain under the…
1 in 5 Europeans say dictatorship might be preferable – POLITICO
The study comes at a time of rising support for populist and nationalist forces across the continent, with…
What Nigel Farage’s new team tells us about his bid to run Britain – POLITICO
Likewise, Jenrick said taxes are “clearly too high” and promised to “build an economy that serves alarm clock…
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…
Keir Starmer’s new heir apparent is haunted by a tax scandal – POLITICO
Allies believe the public will have some sympathy for Rayner over the circumstances of her resignation, as her…
Sánchez’s Socialists suffer heavy loss in regional Spanish election – POLITICO
Meanwhile, the far-right Vox secured 14 seats with support of 17.9 percent, double what it won in the…