New German leader signals seismic shift in transatlantic relations

German voters shift to the right in Sunday’s elections

Centre-right leader Friedrich Merz set to become Germany’s next chancellor

Financial Times - 4h

NATO holds military drills as leaders express concerns over Trump's shifting foreign policy

In Romania, which shares a border with Ukraine, NATO is holding its largest combat exercises of the year. The drills come as European leaders are expressing rising concern over the military ...

CBS News - 3d

German far-right leader Weidel: AfD will 'chase' other parties

Yahoo News - 14h

Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New Leadership

Plus, volcano tourism in Sicily.

The New York Times - 3d

Easterby looks to new leaders for history chase

Round three of the Six Nations brings together two sides under interim management but in hugely contrasting form and mood.

BBC News - 2d

Inside the week that upended U.S.-Ukraine relations

Tensions between the Trump administration and the Ukrainian government had been escalating behind the scenes for the past week.

NBC News - 3d

US signals it will maintain military presence in Poland

Trump-Duda meeting boosts hopes that co-operation will continue despite tensions over Ukraine

Financial Times - 19h

A Signal Update Fends Off a Phishing Technique Used in Russian Espionage

Google warns that hackers tied to Russia are tricking Ukrainian soldiers with fake QR codes for Signal group invites that let spies steal their messages. Signal has pushed out new safeguards.

Wired - 4d

Ukrainians mourn loss of 'partner and friend' as U.S. relations disintegrate

At an underground school in Ukraine, the mood was somber after the spat between President Donald Trump and their leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy spiraled.

NBC News - 3d

Cruise stocks tumble after Commerce Secretary Lutnick signals tax crackdown

Royal Caribbean was the hardest hit.

CNBC - 3d

Judge blocks Trump administration from terminating DEI-related grants

The judge found the administration's mandate that grant recipients not engage in "equity-related" programs was too broad.

NBC News - 2d

Electronic 'signal jamming' devices used for car thefts set to be banned

The, including so-called signal jammers, are thought to play a part in four out of 10 vehicle thefts.

BBC News - 23h

Trump is tearing up the transatlantic alliance. Can Starmer’s US visit change the weather?

As the US president turns on allies and embraces Russia, can the UK prime minister persuade Trump to listen to Europe’s concerns. Europe live – latest updates In November 1940, Winston ...

The Guardian - 2d

Bucha, Site of Massacre, Feels Sting of Trump Shift on Ukraine

Residents of a Ukrainian suburb that was the site of notorious attacks on civilians after Russia invaded are alarmed by President Trump’s warm words for Moscow.

The New York Times - 3d

Polls point to Germany's looming election bringing a shift to the right

While polling suggests Germany's far-right AfD party will fare well, it's very unlikely to be part of the next government of Europe's biggest economy.

CBS News - 2d

U.S. relationship with Ukraine shifting under Trump | 60 Minutes

Monday marks three years since Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. has been Ukraine's decisive ally. Now, President Trump seems to be turning his back.

CBS News - 7h

Friedrich Merz German elections

Whether he can form a strong coalition remains to be seen, but whatever he does will be an essential part of Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.

The New York Times - 10h

Trump 'doesn't care' what happens to Ukraine, former foreign minister claims as U.S.-Kyiv relations sour

U.S. President Donald Trump doesn't appear to be concerned about Ukraine's post-war future, the country's former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told CNBC.

CNBC - 2d

Hamas releases 6 more hostages, signals readiness for next phase of shaky ceasefire

Hamas on Saturday released six Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, signaling readiness for the next phase of a shaky ceasefire. Avera Mengistu and Tal Shoham were ...

The Hill - 1d

Remembering Liberty German and Abby Williams

Liberty German and Abby Williams's loved ones reflect on their lives and the impact they had on those around them.

NBC News - 2d

Justin Ishbia scraps pursuit to buy Minnesota Twins, shifts focus to Chicago White Sox, per report

The billionaire could try to become the successor of White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf

CBS Sports - 1d

Birkenstock Loses Copyright Battle in German Court Ruling

The famous sandal company lost a battle over copyright law, leaving room for imitations to spawn.

The New York Times - 3d

German federal election 2025: what’s at stake?

Everything you need to know about the parties, policies and voting in Sunday’s polls

Financial Times - 2d

Who's who in German elections and why this vote is important

German voters go to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal vote focused on immigration, security and the economy.

BBC News - 1d

German election turnout at 52% as of early afternoon

Yahoo News - 17h

German election aftermath: What happens after Sunday?

Yahoo News - 15h

What the German election result means for Europe

Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo Trump

Financial Times - 3h

Trump to hold meetings on Ukraine with French and British leaders

One day after an angry exchange between Presidents Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Zelenskyy met in Kyiv with Keith Kellogg, Mr. Trump's special envoy. A planned joint news ...

CBS News - 3d

Man disguised as lawyer kills gang leader in court

Police in Sri Lanka say the gunman used a revolver which was smuggled in a hollowed-out book.

BBC News - 3d

Caribbean leaders vow to maintain pursuit of slavery reparations

Countries meeting at Caricom summit not seeking ‘handout’ but ‘appropriate apology’ and compensation. Caribbean leaders have defended the region’s pursuit of slavery reparations, describing the ...

The Guardian - 3d

Trump's Ukraine policy alarming European leaders

There is alarm in Europe as leaders try to come to terms with the major foreign policy shift on Ukraine from the Trump administration. This week President Trump blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion ...

CBS News - 2d

Arab Leaders Scramble to Counter Trump’s Gaza Plans

Leaders of Gulf states met with their Egyptian and Jordanian counterparts to strategize before a broader Arab summit early next month.

The New York Times - 2d

Huge crowds gather for Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral

The coffin of the late Hezbollah leader was paraded through huge crowds of mourners.

BBC News - 16h

Jewish leader: 'Germany is a different country as of today'

Yahoo News - 11h

German elections: When are they, what’s being decided and how that will impact markets

The election for the 630-seat Bundestag is taking place on Sunday, Feb. 23. It’s happening seven months early after a snap election was agreed.

MarketWatch - 3d

Willingness to ease off ‘debt brake’ may decide the German election

Rule dating from 2009 that limits borrowing looks vulnerable as main political parties promise to revive stalled economy. Germany is used to running its economy with the brake on. Ever since the ...

The Guardian - 2d