Europe’s leaders increase the pressure ahead of crucial EU summit – POLITICO
Thursday’s summit is crucial for Europe and for Ukraine, and the most pressing, unresolved issue is whether to…
How Belgium became Russia’s most valuable asset – POLITICO
Spooking the horses According to several of those close to the discussions, the reparations loan proposal started to…
The EU needs to seek formulas for integration with countries of the southern Mediterranean
At one point in our conversation, this time without microphones, I asked Stefano Sannino whether Ursula von der…
Judo welcomes back Russian athletes despite Kremlin’s ongoing war in Ukraine – POLITICO
The judo decision comes amid hints from senior figures in international sport that relations should be normalized with…
Cold War II is inevitable, gloomy Putin foe warns Europe – POLITICO
During the Cold War, which lasted almost half a century, the Soviet Union and the West worked to…
If you won’t seize Russia’s cash, open your wallets – POLITICO
“The lack of fiscal discipline [in some EU countries] is so high that I don’t believe that eurobonds…
Slovakia lifts veto on latest Russia sanctions – POLITICO
Earlier this week, energy ministers from 27 member countries agreed by qualified majority to a landmark phaseout of…
Belgian security service officer indicted for spying – POLITICO
A Belgian security service officer was arrested and indicted for espionage, two people with knowledge of the case…
EU trio in G7 look for US, Japanese backup in using Russian assets – POLITICO
The next G7 meeting among finance ministers is scheduled for Oct. 15 in Washington, where policymakers will head…
EU seeks to deploy Russia’s frozen billions to boost European arms sales – POLITICO
Finance ministers will take up the debate when they meet in Luxembourg Oct. 10. A big sticking point,…