EU cuts Hungary out of sensitive talks over leaking-to-Russia fears, diplomats say – POLITICO
In a report on Saturday the Washington Post said that Orbán’s government maintained close contacts with Moscow throughout…
Paris and Berlin to discuss French nukes’ role in Europe – POLITICO
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on the campaign trail he was open to the idea — a major…
Ukraine’s best hope for influencing Trump? King Charles. – POLITICO
Charles’ biographer Robert Hardman previously told POLITICO: “In soft power terms, other world leaders, other countries are far…
How Donald Trump became president of Europe – POLITICO
“He may never be Europe’s president, but he can be its godfather,” said one EU diplomat who, like…
Germany’s Merz preparing for long war in Ukraine – POLITICO
Last week Merz had expressed skepticism that U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing peace push with Russian President Vladimir…
Defense budget boost will be ‘painful’ for UK, former NATO chief warns – POLITICO
The strategic defense review led by Robertson recommended that Britain move to “warfighting readiness” — but many questioned…
The biggest losers and (a few) winners – POLITICO
POLITICO’s reporting team breaks down what we know so far: Energy What’s in the deal? As part of…
Macron promises billions more for French defense budget – POLITICO
Macron’s speech on the armed forces — which is a French tradition ahead of the July 14 Bastille Day…
EU splits weaken its hand in crunch trade talks with Trump – POLITICO
“The Commission has so far — fortunately — pushed back against the most immediate German instincts,” Kleimann said.…
Germany wants a Brexit mega deal – POLITICO
But Berger and other EU diplomats have been keen to stress the significant differences between EU proposals on…