Russia says Ukraine attacked it using U.S.-made missiles

Russia says Ukraine attacked it using U.S.-made missiles

In this image provided by the U.S. Army, soldiers, from the 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment of the 18th Field Artillery Brigade out of Fort Bragg N.C., conduct live fire testing at White Sands Missile Range, N.M., on Dec. 14, 2021, of early versions of the Army Tactical Missile System. John Hamilton | U.S. … Read more

François Hollande calls for a united Europe after Trump election win

François Hollande calls for a united Europe after Trump election win

French President Francois Hollande delivers a speech as he attends the inauguration of the new ‘Sud Europe Atlantique’ (South Europe Atlantic) high-speed rail line, linking Tours and Bordeaux, on February 28, 2017, in Villognon, central France. Yohan Bonnet | AFP | Getty Images Former French President François Hollande underlined the importance of Europe sticking together in … Read more

US UK trade talks could resume under Trump, tariff exemptions possible

US UK trade talks could resume under Trump, tariff exemptions possible

The U.S. Stars and Stripes flag hangs on Whitehall with the figure of Lord Nelson on the top of his column in Trafalgar Square, on 3rd June 2019, in London England.  Richard Baker | In Pictures | Getty Images LONDON — President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs could prove a boon for the U.K., with … Read more

Kaja Kallas vies to become EU’s next foreign policy chief — live updates – POLITICO

Kaja Kallas vies to become EU’s next foreign policy chief — live updates – POLITICO

If not for Russia’s full-scale assault on Ukraine, Kaja Kallas might not have emerged as one of the most prominent voices on European foreign affairs. As prime minister of Estonia, Kallas rang the alarm bells about Russian aggression, pushing the EU to supply Ukraine with ammunition and freeze Russian assets, even as some Western leaders … Read more

Poland’s Tusk to meet EU, UK, NATO leaders on Ukraine after Trump win – POLITICO

Poland’s Tusk to meet EU, UK, NATO leaders on Ukraine after Trump win – POLITICO

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk plans meetings with leaders from the EU, the U.K. and NATO to discuss the situation in Ukraine after Donald Trump’s election victory in the United States. Tusk said that he would host meetings in Warsaw with French President Emmanuel Macron and NATO chief Mark Rutte, while a meeting with British … Read more

Dutch capital declared ‘high-risk’ area after attack on Israeli football fans – POLITICO

Dutch capital declared ‘high-risk’ area after attack on Israeli football fans – POLITICO

Local authorities in Amsterdam issued an emergency order declaring the Dutch capital a “high-risk security area” following attacks on Israeli football supporters on Thursday night. The emergency measures, which also cover the Amstelveen area, include enabling “preventive searches,” a ban on demonstrations and increased police presence. The imposition of the measures comes after supporters of … Read more

Europe cannot finance Ukraine war if Trump pulls U.S. out of the conflict, Hungary’s Orban warns

Europe cannot finance Ukraine war if Trump pulls U.S. out of the conflict, Hungary’s Orban warns

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and European Council President Charles Michel pose following a press conference during the informal EU Summit at the Puskas Arena, in Budapest, Hungary, November 8, 2024.  Marton Monus | Reuters Europe alone cannot shoulder the financial strain of supporting Ukraine against the ongoing … Read more

World leaders react as Trump secures White House victory

World leaders react as Trump secures White House victory

Former US President Donald Trump (L) shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) as they pose for a photo within their meeting at Mar-a-Lago estate, in Palm Beach, Florida, United States on July 26, 2024.  Amos Ben-Gershom | Anadolu | Getty Images A flurry of world leaders on Wednesday sent their congratulations to … Read more

What does a Trump presidency mean for the UK and special relationship?

What does a Trump presidency mean for the UK and special relationship?

A man holds an American flag depicting president-elect Donald Trump at Parliament Square in London in 2020. Jeff J Mitchell | Getty Images News | Getty Images The U.K. holds dear to its so-called “special relationship” with the U.S., priding itself on a long history of shared values and cultural, diplomatic, linguistic and commercial ties … Read more

Foreign auto stocks BYD, BMW and others slide on Trump tariff fears

Foreign auto stocks BYD, BMW and others slide on Trump tariff fears

Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign town hall meeting, moderated by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, in Flint, Michigan, U.S., September 17, 2024.  Brian Snyder | Reuters DETROIT — Stock prices of foreign automakers, including Chinese and German manufacturers, fell sharply on Wednesday amid concerns the U.S. will … Read more