Yet another French government. These are the names you need to know. – POLITICO
Bayrou, a 73-year-old stalwart of French centrism and one of President Emmanuel Macron’s earliest supporters, strong-armed Macron into…
‘Powerful consiglieri’ run von der Leyen’s Commission, EU transparency chief says – POLITICO
“The culture always comes from the top,” O’Reilly said, referring to a lack of transparency in the EU…
Who is Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ‘prince of darkness’ US ambassador pick? – POLITICO
After Trump won the U.S. presidential election last month, Mandelson told the Times Britain can “have our cake…
Is the British government scared of Nigel Farage? – POLITICO
“A top priority for them is maintaining the support of ‘Red Wall’ voters, many of whom voted for…
Peter Mandelson will be UK’s next US ambassador – POLITICO
Mandelson is a veteran political operator who helped transform Britain’s center-left Labour movement in the 1990s as it…
Germany fortifies judiciary to thwart far-right attacks – POLITICO
“The party will get more visibility through increased speaking time in parliament, and [will] have more money at…
Macron is ‘done’ – POLITICO
He is due to remain in power until 2027. Macron has lost his grip on the international stage,…
Iran Postpones Implementing New Chastity Law After Backlash
What’s New Iran has postponed implementing a new recently approved chastity law after facing backlash from the international…
Week in Lithuania | neo-pagans get state recognition in Lithuania, Government adjusts 2025 budget
Last week, Lithuania and Germany’s Rheinmetall decided to set up a 49-51% joint venture; Top Prosecutor asked Seimas…
UK could offer celebs protection from AI clones – POLITICO
As a sweetener, the consultation is now expected to include the promise of a new “personality right,” according…
Germany’s Scholz nears his endgame. Here’s what’s going to happen. – POLITICO
Scholz and his minority government, which includes his own center-left Social Democratic Party and the Greens, will in…
Slovakia Approves Controversial Health Legislation Amid Doctor Protests
In a significant move, Slovakia’s parliament has endorsed legislation that could hinder medical professionals from protesting inadequate…