Christian Turner picked as new UK ambassador to Washington – POLITICO
The FCDO official cited above put the shift in direction in No. 10 in recent days down to…
Varun Chandra out of the running to be next UK envoy to the US – POLITICO
A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office official familiar with the final shortlist process, and granted anonymity to speak freely, described…
EU ignites green-on-green backlash with electricity grid reform – POLITICO
The changes proposed “are worse than anyone expected, with the European Commission continuing on its path of self-destruction,…
MI6 chief says UK faces threat from Russia’s desire to export chaos around the world
Published on 15/12/2025 – 19:18 GMT+1 The new head of the UK’s foreign intelligence service, MI6, warned on…
Poland fumes about being cut out of Ukraine peace talks – POLITICO
In discussions now centered on cease-fire enforcement and security guarantees, past support matters less than deployable assets, and…
EU unveils another plan to roll back green rules – POLITICO
The Commission will stress-test the Birds and Habitats Directives in 2026 “taking into account climate change, food security,…
Trump is still an asset to Ukraine peace talks, says UK’s top diplomat – POLITICO
Trump’s virulent attack on European leaders — who he said were “weak” and presiding over “decaying” nations due…
Britain will beef up anti-corruption force amid national security fears – POLITICO
The U.K. government this year shocked its progressive base with deep cuts to Britain’s aid system. But there…
German coalition passes disputed pension package, ending rift – POLITICO
“This is not the end of our pension policy,” Merz said in a statement after the vote. “It’s…
Putin ‘morally responsible’ for British Novichok death, inquiry finds – POLITICO
Anthony Hughes, who chaired the public inquiry into Sturgess’ death, said the attack was “expected to stand as…
No ‘finalized’ peace plan on Ukraine – POLITICO
“Ministers agreed we need to agree on the funding options as a matter of urgency,” Kallas told reporters…
France wants to end free health care for foreign pensioners – POLITICO
Under French law, non-working citizens from outside the EU who have a long-stay visa and can prove they…