In a Europe Adrift, Macron Seizes the Moment
The French president’s prescriptions for “strategic autonomy” and a European force for Ukraine are suddenly timely in a world with a less dependable America.
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Europe, stronger together
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Trump threatens Europe with 200 percent tariff on wine, Champagne
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The Trump backlash offers Starmer a mainstream moment
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A look at the history of Greenland, from Viking raiders to Donald Trump
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After 80 years of transatlantic ties, Europe forges a new alliance
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Ethiopia's Tigray regional government appeals for help after factional fighters seize key towns
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Trump is making Europe great again
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Europe's response to the threat from Trump
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Kim Kardashian’s Skims Balloon in Times Square Is a Marketing Moment
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Watch: Key moments in Mark Carney's road to becoming prime minister
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BBC Verify examines moments before cargo ship and oil tanker collision
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Russia faces moment of 'truth' after Ukraine, US agree ceasefire plan
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Duterte's first night in ICC custody is a pivotal moment for the court
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Trump’s Embrace of Russia Leaves Europe in Emotional Shock
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Can the US switch off Europe’s weapons?
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How Europe can take up America’s mantle
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Nato’s Rutte meets Trump with Europe’s security on the line
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It’s time for Europe’s deep tech companies to go big
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