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France and UK now leaders of hard power in Europe, says Czech PM
Petr Fiala says power balance is shifting in response to Russian threat and US pressureFinancial Times - 3d -
Key European leaders say it is ‘not the time’ to start lifting sanctions against Russia – Europe live
UK prime minister Keir Starmer calls out Russia for ‘playing games’ as French president Emmanuel Macron says Europe must prepare for any scenario. The search continues for four US soldiers that ...The Guardian - 1d -
Germany and France Say Europe Must Respond to Trump’s Auto Tariffs
Leaders in both countries warned that tariffs would fan inflation in the United States and upend global supply chains.The New York Times - 1d -
Germany and France Say Europe Must Respond to Trump’s Auto Tariffs
Leaders in both countries warned that tariffs would fan inflation in the United States and upend global supply chains.The New York Times - 1d -
Europe’s reassurance force in Ukraine to take shape in 3-4 weeks, says Macron
Military officials from France and UK to travel to Kyiv soon, says French presidentFinancial Times - 1d -
Europe’s reassurance force in Ukraine to take shape in 3-4 weeks, says Macron
Military officials from France and UK to travel to Kyiv soon, says French presidentFinancial Times - 1d -
Czech Republic to rescue Radio Free Europe after Trump funding cuts
Prime Minister Petr Fiala says his government will step in to keep cold war-era broadcaster goingFinancial Times - 6d -
Starmer accuses Putin of 'playing games' over Ukraine peace deal
Now is not the time for pulling back or weakening sanctions, the UK PM says at Paris summit.BBC News - 1d -
Germany to reach out to France and UK over sharing of nuclear weapons
But Friedrich Merz cautions such a move could not replace the US’s existing protective shield over Europe. Germany’s chancellor-to-be, Friedrich Merz, has said he will reach out to France and ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
NHS England abolition shows ‘we have to take difficult decisions’, says Starmer – UK politics live
PM says he is ‘bringing management of the NHS back into democratic control by abolishing the arms length body NHS England’. Starmer is now talking about regulatation, and giving examples of where ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Heathrow closure deeply concerning, says PM
Sir Keir Starmer says he is 'deeply concerned' about the closure of Heathrow Airport as a result of a power cut caused by a fire on Friday.BBC News - 4d -
UK must stand up to 'bully' Trump, says Ed Davey
Lib Dem leader says UK should "hit back with tariffs of our own" and co-ordinate a with the EU and Canada.BBC News - 5d -
Czech teen Mensik into first Masters semi-final in Miami
Czech teenager Jakub Mensik marched into his first Masters semi-final in Miami on Thursday when he defeated France's Arthur Fils 7-6 (7/5), 6-1.Mensik, ranked 54 in the world, will next face the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
As Trump and Putin menace Europe, I say this: vive le Churchillo-Gaullisme! | Timothy Garton Ash
Our continent must be prepared to defend itself, by combining the best of its two most influential traditions. Should we all be Gaullists now? In the language of France’s most important European ...The Guardian - Mar. 15 -
Ed Davey calls on Keir Starmer to back Canada against Trump attacks
Lib Dem leader says PM should make public show of support for ally against ‘shocking attacks’ on its sovereignty. The leader of the UK’s Liberal Democrats has called on the prime minister to ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Canada's Carney makes statement by choosing Europe, not US, for first foreign trip
The prime minister hopes to achieve solid support as he visits the UK and France, writes Lyse Doucet.BBC News - Mar. 17 -
Starmer says he is ‘disappointed’ by US tariffs on UK steel
PM vows to ‘keep all options on table’ after EU hits back against Washington with retaliatory measuresFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
After 80 years of transatlantic ties, Europe forges a new alliance
Germany, France and UK sweep away old rules in pledge to do ‘whatever it takes’ to defend Europe from Russian threat. When he rose to his feet at prime minister’s questions on Wednesday, Keir ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Poland and UK discuss defence spending as Europe moves to re-arm
Finance minister Andrzej Domański calls for smarter funding as continent moves to bolster its military powerFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Net zero by 2050 'impossible' for UK, says Badenoch
The Tory leader says the target is impossible "without a serious drop in our living standards".BBC News - Mar. 18 -
Tour de France route hopes high in the Borders
The leader of Scottish Borders Council says he will campaign for the area to be on the race route.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Putin would breach Ukraine deal if it is not defended, says PM
Military leaders met in London to discuss plans for troops to help guarantee Ukraine's security in any peace deal.BBC News - Mar. 20 -
Canada PM Mark Carney says old relationship with US 'is over'
The Canadian leader said his country's relationship with the US had changed due to Trump's tariffs, jeopardising future cooperation.BBC News - 1d -
Canada PM Mark Carney says old relationship with US 'is over'
The Canadian leader said his country's relationship with the US had changed due to Trump's tariffs, jeopardising future cooperation.BBC News - 1d -
Kaczyński reignites feud with Polish PM Tusk over aide’s death
Rightwing opposition leader says alleged government persecution drove Barbara Skrzypek to deathFinancial Times - Mar. 17 -
European military powers work on 5-10 year plan to replace US in Nato
UK, France, Germany and Nordics among countries engaged in informal discussions over a managed transferFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Europe Welcomes a Ukraine Cease-Fire Offer and a Revival of U.S. Aid
Leaders worked hard to get President Volodymyr Zelensky back in the good graces of President Trump, no matter how humiliating, and to shift the onus to Russia.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Starmer must drop ‘cruel’ Pip proposals or face ‘mother of all rebellions’, Labour MP says – UK politics live
Richard Burgon says PM’s failure to defend new Pip eligibility rules at PMQs shows why ‘cruel’ plans should be dropped. Last night, to back up its analysis of the disability cuts, the Institute ...The Guardian - Mar. 19 -
Art of a deal: how UK and France led dogged effort to repair US-Ukraine ties – for now
Over 11 days of breakneck diplomacy, Kyiv was convinced of need to pacify Trump, but reconciliation may be all too brief. Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates The 11 days of ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Social media platforms must be ‘brought to heel’, says UK schools leader
Headteachers’ conference to be told that rise in bullying, abuse and malicious use of deepfakes is being reported. Social media operators must be “brought to heel” for the misery and disruption ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
US support to maintain UK’s nuclear arsenal is in doubt, experts say
Malcolm Rifkind joins diplomats and analysts urging focus on European cooperation to replace Trident. Britain’s ability to rely on the US to maintain the UK’s nuclear arsenal is now in doubt, ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
Von der Leyen says €150bn defence loans should be spent in Europe
Funds to be used on weapons from EU and like-minded European nations such as UK, Norway and SwitzerlandFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Brexit a key factor in worst UK medicine shortages in four years, report says
Nuffield Trust says supply chains have shifted, with drugs for epilepsy and cystic fibrosis among those now scarce. Drug shortages in the UK have risen to their worst level for four years, official ...The Guardian - 6d -
Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull says leaders must stand up to bullies after being lashed by Donald Trump
US president’s late-night social media post came after Turnbull criticised Trump’s leadership as ‘chaotic’. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred LIVE: latest news and updates Get our breaking news email ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
PM's communications chief quits after nine months
Veteran Labour spin doctor Matthew Doyle says "it's time to pass the baton" on in a shake-up of the PM's media team.BBC News - 16h -
Trump’s approach to Ukraine could be 'very worrying' for Russia’s neighbors, former UK PM Cameron says
Former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron on Thursday said he is fearful that U.S. President Donald Trump's approach to Ukraine could set an alarming precedent.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Car industry urges UK government to create new EV incentives
Automotive body says current policy is leading to job losses and has become a ‘driver of de-industrialisation’. Fresh incentives to boost a flatlining electric car market are urgently needed, ...The Guardian - Mar. 13
