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Friend or foe? Keir Starmer now walks a tightrope between Europe and US

No sooner had the PM charmed the president in the Oval Office than consensus over Ukraine – and the future of Nato – was starting to fall apart. Even as Keir Starmer and his entourage heaved sighs ...

The Guardian - 5d

After the Trump-Starmer meeting: What lies ahead for Europe and the UK?

Starmer's visit to Trump's White House was a delicate balancing act between flattering Trump and advocating for European priorities, with Trump's unpredictability ensuring that nothing is set in ...

The Hill - 5d

Zelenskyy seeks support from Europe after contentious meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday as European leaders grapple with the fallout from Friday’s contentious exchange in the Oval Office, ...

NBC News - 4d

Europe’s only sanctioned oil trader appeals decision citing ‘disinformation’

Niels Troost’s lawyers argue EU may have been influenced by the trader’s estranged former business partner

Financial Times - 4d

In renouncing aid and Europe, Starmer is sucking up to Trump | William Keegan

Last week’s much-trumpeted Anglo-US meeting has not reduced concerns about Ukraine, Nato or tariffs – or boosted confidence in the UK government. Most people I know were concerned about the ...

The Guardian - 4d

Starmer leads with pragmatism and personal touch as Europe steps up

PM takes centre stage amid calls for new era of diplomacy but declines to point finger at chaos in the White House. Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates After Friday’s calamitous scenes ...

The Guardian - 4d

Leaders from Europe, Canada meet in London to discuss Ukraine

A group of 18 leaders from Europe and Canada are meeting in London to discuss defending Ukraine against Russia. Ramy Inocencio has the details.

CBS News - 3d

Europe juggles protecting Ukraine with rebuilding its own defences

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Financial Times - 3d

Asylum cases in Europe fell 11% last year. Here's a look at the numbers

Over 1 million asylum applications were made in the European Union, Norway and Switzerland in 2024, according to the EU asylum agency's annual report

ABC News - 3d

A weekend of frantic talks - where does it leave Zelensky, Trump and Europe?

Where does a weekend of European support for Ukraine leave Zelensky's US relations after White House row?

BBC News - 3d

Inflation eases to 2.4% in Europe, supporting likely central bank rate cut

Inflation in Europe eased to 2.4% in February, supporting the case for another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank but leaving open how far the central bank will go in lowering ...

ABC News - 3d

What hurdles does Europe's peace plan for Ukraine face?

Whatever words are used to frame the plan, enormous challenges lie ahead, the BBC's Frank Gardner writes.

BBC News - 3d

Europe Faces a Huge Bill to Defend Ukraine. Investors Are Thrilled.

Europeans would need to ramp up military spending quickly, a notion that has set off a market rally, led by defense stocks.

The New York Times - 3d

Zelenskyy thanks U.S. for support as Europe forges united front against Russia

Ukraine's president, after his clash with President Trump, says he's still open to a possible minerals deal, but his country still needs security guarantees.

CBS News - 3d

Crowds of 273 to Champions League - rise of Europe's 'hottest property'

Before Club Brugge face Aston Villa on Tuesday, manager Nicky Hayen is being touted as one of Europe's "hottest properties".

BBC News - 2d

EU unveils $840 billion "ReArm Europe" plan to boost defense spending

European Union leader Ursula von der Leyen says the bloc is "in an era of rearmament," as Trump casts rising doubt on old alliances.

CBS News - 2d

Invasive Asian hornets ‘preying on’ hundreds of native insect species in Europe

Researchers at University of Exeter warn many of the hunted species are important crop pollinators. Invasive Asian hornets are eating hundreds of different species of insects in Europe, including ...

The Guardian - 2d

Europe is running out of hope Trump is still open to persuasion over Ukraine

Where the US president sees a convivial leader an ocean away, Europeans see a tyrant on its borders breaking all agreements. In the Four Quartets TS Eliot wrote “humankind cannot bear very much ...

The Guardian - 2d

Katya Adler: Fractured Europe seeks credible answers on Ukraine

Europe is scrambling to react to the relentless pace of change in Washington, but can it unite around a plan?

BBC News - 1d

Europe’s clampdown on Chinese EVs forces U-turn at state-owned GAC

Carmaker looks at hybrids and local production after tariffs lead to strategic overhaul

Financial Times - 1d

Trump claims the U.S. is spending more money on Ukraine than Europe

President Trump called out Europe for their spending on Ukraine, claiming the U.S. has spent significantly more. He went on to say that Europe has spent "more money buying Russian oil and gas."

NBC News - 1d

Europe's battle for power spurs evolution of a new ecosystem for energy-hungry firms

Data centers, which often require huge amounts of power, are behind the growing competition for access to Europe's already strained grids.

CNBC - 1d

‘Shadow fleets’ and subaquatic sabotage: are Europe’s undersea internet cables under attack?

Europe is on high alert after a series of outages to cables and pipelines. This visual guide explains what happened and what’s being done Continue reading...

The Guardian - 1d

Fifa to give $1bn as Europe nears Club World Cup deal

Fifa is set to give more than $1bn in prize money to clubs, which is believed to be a record sum, for its summer Club World Cup.

BBC News - 1d

Macron seeks talks on how French nuclear weapons could protect Europe

France’s president proposes discussions with European allies amid fears about US pullback and the threat from Russia

Financial Times - 1d

Europe's leaders to hold emergency talks 'at turning point in history'

They are expected to discuss further support for Ukraine after the shock suspension of US aid.

BBC News - 22h

Can Europe’s defence groups step up if Trump pulls back?

Region’s arms companies have been soaring but the US president’s approach could turbocharge their ascent

Financial Times - 18h

Europe’s powerful tool against Russia? Seizing its frozen assets

If European leaders want to truly support Ukraine they must seize the moment by seizing $220bn in assets. It is now clear that Donald Trump’s administration will betray Ukraine in its fight to ...

The Guardian - 17h

How Europe could seize frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine

One of the mechanisms Europe has at its disposal to make up the shortfall of American backing is to fully seize frozen Russian assets held in the region.

CNBC - 13h

Europe Races to Craft a Trump-Era Plan for Ukraine and Defense

European leaders are gathering in Brussels to discuss how to support Ukraine and fend more for themselves on defense.

The New York Times - 2h

Ukraine's Zelenskyy asks Europe for a lifeline after Trump pulls support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined European Union leaders for an emergency summit focused on how to bolster Ukraine's security. He said he hopes to have "a meaningful meeting" with the ...

CBS News - 19m

Europe Races to Craft a Trump-Era Plan for Ukraine and Defense

European leaders are gathering in Brussels to discuss how to support Ukraine and fend more for themselves on defense.

The New York Times - 27m

This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid – but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy

Putin’s Russia is a threat to all Europe, including the UK. Vital aid work will be hit as we spend more on defence, but we must deal with the world as it is. There are moments in history when ...

The Guardian - Feb. 25

Google, Meta execs blast Europe over strict AI regulation as Big Tech ups the ante

Executives at Google and Meta said that Europe's artificial intelligence industry is being held back by excessive regulation.

CNBC - Feb. 21

No matter how distasteful we find Trump and Vance over Europe, they speak a blunt truth | Simon Jenkins

The US has chosen the worst possible moment and the worst possible way to say it, but it is right to call for a realignment. It’s tough being rightwing these days. You have to find something nice ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

Democrat: Europe worried Czech Republic, Poland, Baltic states could be next for Putin

Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) expressed concern that Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders will be emboldened by the United States' shift on the Ukraine-Russia war under the ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Europe Vows to Step Up Baltic Sea Security After a New Cable Break

The bloc announced new steps to prevent threats to undersea lines after Sweden discovered damage to one east of Gotland island.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

‘No more excuses’: Europe under pressure on defence spending three years after Russian invasion

Continent is being told to take more responsibility for its own defence in light of US president’s overtures to Putin. A few days after Vladimir Putin sent Russia’s invading forces into Ukraine in ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Trump will meet French and UK leaders as uncertainty grows about US ties to Europe

President Donald Trump holds talks this week with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a moment of deep uncertainty about the future of transatlantic relations

ABC News - Feb. 24

Europe's luxury sector is showing signs of revival — but China weakness and tariff threats loom

The sector had an upbeat earnings season. But continued weakness in China and U.S. tariffs could leave even the most exclusive brands vying for share of pocket.

CNBC - Feb. 24

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