European markets on Fri Aug. 29: August gains, Inflation prints
European stock markets moved lower on Friday as attention turned to EU and U.S. inflation prints, along with…
Putin-Zelenskyy summit won’t happen, says Germany’s Merz – POLITICO
The chancellor’s comment is among the strongest public expressions of doubt yet from a European leader that Trump’s…
Macron wants EU to target US Big Tech after new Trump tariff threat – POLITICO
A person close to Macron confirmed that exploring possible retaliation against U.S. digital players was indeed “his stance.” Trump threatened…
Germany’s conservatives plot last stand for mandatory military service – POLITICO
But inside Merz’s own conservative bloc, lawmakers are preparing to reopen the debate. The party aims to introduce…
EU leaders open their arms to Moldova, denouncing Putin’s ‘lies’ – POLITICO
“While just a few hundred kilometers from your capital, Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine is ongoing, it’s…
Germany and Canada announce deeper ties on critical minerals, defense – POLITICO
The countries’ economy ministers, looking toward that purpose, were set to sign an agreement on critical minerals, which…
Russia’s war in Ukraine: Many obstacles to peace remain
The second Oval Office meeting in six months between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
5 oddest moments from European leaders’ trip to see Trump – POLITICO
Trump interjected, “I said the same thing.” Turning to Zelenskyy, Trump added helpfully, “That’s the one that attacked…
Trump pressures Zelenskyy ahead of high-stakes meeting – POLITICO
Zelenskyy put out his own message shortly thereafter, reiterating that “we all share a strong desire to end…
European leaders to join Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for White House meeting with Trump
European and NATO leaders announced Sunday that they’ll be joining President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington for crucial talks…