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Huge Russian attack on Ukraine days after ‘Spiderweb’ drone raid
Friday’s massive bombing was Putin’s biggest attack since Kyiv’s daring drone assault took out dozens of strategic bombers at Russian airfields.

Britain prepares to go all-in on nuclear power — after years of dither

EU frees up billions in Covid cash for defense spending

The game plan of Zelenskyy’s powerful chief of staff

Countries face losing out on billions with EU set to reject Covid recovery fund extension

Artificial intelligence threatens to raid the water reserves of Europe’s driest regions

The EU’s water crisis by the numbers
European prosecutor slams ‘attacks’ and ‘intimidation’ against Greek farm fraud probe
Staff at the Greek agency responsible for doling out agricultural funds obstructed EU prosecutors in a corruption probe.
Paris and Berlin join EU calls for crackdown on Hungary over pride ban
The move comes as EU diplomats warn the bloc is inching closer to deploying its “nuclear option” against Hungary.
EU is set to approve shifting Poland’s post-Covid funds to defense
Warsaw wants to use around €6 billion in EU money to build shelters and roads for tanks.
Trump unveils $175B, 3-year price tag for Golden Dome
The first tranche of funding would come from Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” that Congress has yet to pass.
Can defense become Europe’s economic growth machine?
If the continent plays its cards right, the necessity of defense could turn out to be the mother of invention.
Everything you need to know about the UK-EU Brexit reset summit
Three achievements are likely: a security pact, a declaration on global issues, and a “common understanding” of future topics to be negotiated.
UK bets on Aussie-style pension revamp to boost ailing economy
Britain is trying to replicate Australia’s “super” pensions to boost the ailing economy. But time isn’t on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ side.
Hungary stands to lose more EU funds under possible budget rule changes
Brussels is looking into ways to link budget payouts more tightly with rule of law, according to Commissioner Michael McGrath.
China invites UK to its AI summit
Offer to come along to July gathering comes amid on-off relationship between Beijing and London.
UK orders its top diplomats to sell Brand Britain
Foreign Secretary David Lammy wants senior diplomats fanning out across the country to get ideas on being a global “salesforce for the U.K. economy.”
EU looks to ease the path for industrial champions to take on America
A revamp of merger guidelines will allow tech, defense firms to argue that tie-ups can help them win on the global stage.
UK slaps new sanctions on Putin’s ‘shadow fleet’
Up to 100 vessels which have carried Russian oil will be banned from entering British ports and risk being detained.
EU says British war on newts could violate Brexit deal
Leaked EU report raises alarm about U.K.’s planned bonfire of environmental rules — and harsh rhetoric from ministers.
Trump unveils UK trade deal
The deal is the first to be announced during the 90-day pause on Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs announced last month.
Macron to meet al-Sharaa in Syrian leader’s first trip to Europe
The former Islamist rebel has received a cautious welcome from the international community.
EU countries soften push to stop Chinese tech buyouts
Capitals are set to weaken rules that would require them to scrutinize foreign investments in sensitive technologies such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence, a draft document shows.
EU sails past deadline to tame AI models amid vocal US opposition
The latest attempt to curb AI companies is ensnarled in an epic lobbying battle involving the Trump administration.
European Parliament cracks down on lobbyists in effort to stop corruption
The stricter controls were introduced in the wake of a cash-for-influence scandal known as Qatargate.
Embattled Voice of America may resume broadcasting next week
Trump has targeted the government-funded media outlet that has been off the air for almost two months.
Who can beat Romanian nationalist presidential candidate George Simion?
Romania’s political loyalties are complex. Don’t expect ganging up against Simion in the second round.
EU views break from US as ‘unrealistic’ amid global tech race
A draft strategy obtained by POLITICO points to the difficulty of unwinding years of American technological dominance.
Inside the grassroots movement rebuilding flood-ravaged Valencia
Residents are demanding a role in the reconstruction of their cities.
Building tomorrow’s workforce at the 2025 EU Social Forum
To build a competitive Europe and ensure no one is left behind, people must learn the right skills — which, in turn, will drive greater social cohesion, well-being and prosperity for all.
Sauna diplomacy pauses as top Finnish spot in Brussels closes for now
Finland’s diplomats will “be making use of alternative saunas” this year, as perm rep can’t give a timeline for when famed sweat lodge will reopen.