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Macron Urges EU to Strengthen Autonomy in Face of Global Tensions
Ahead of a pivotal Brussels summit, France’s president calls for unity, economic reform, and a renewed “European preference” as pressure mounts from Washington and Beijing. As global power rivalries intensify and long-standing alliances are tested, French President Emmanuel Macron has…
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Europe’s Industrial Alarm: Paris Floats Tariffs or a Weaker Euro to Face China
A confidential strategy paper circulating in government circles revives radical ideas as European officials search for ways to slow China’s advance across key industries. By early February, a sense of urgency has settled over Europe’s industrial policy debate. A strategy…
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Green Lines Under Pressure: Environmentalists Urge EU to Hold the Course
Campaigners warn that weakening climate rules to revive growth would undermine Europe’s long-term competitiveness and clean innovation As European leaders search for ways to revive a sluggish economy, environmental campaigners are intensifying pressure on the European Union not to retreat…
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EU Set to Add Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to Terrorism List
France’s backing marks a policy shift as Europe signals tougher stance on Tehran over human rights European Union foreign ministers have agreed in principle to support adding Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to the bloc’s list of terrorist organizations,…
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Storm Leonardo Fuels Debate Over Portugal’s Election Amid Southern Europe Emergency
As destructive weather sweeps Iberia, authorities face pressure to balance democratic continuity with public safety, even as officials rule out delaying the vote. Violent weather driven by Storm Leonardo has torn across Portugal and neighboring Spain, leaving a trail of…
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EU Unveils 300-Strong Firefighting Force to Tackle Escalating Wildfire Crisis
New rapid reaction unit marks a turning point in Europe’s collective response to climate-driven disasters Europe has taken a decisive step toward confronting the growing threat of wildfires, as the European Union has announced the creation of a 300-strong rapid…
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Epstein Files Rock Europe’s Political Elite
A sprawling release of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein has sent shockwaves through European capitals, triggering resignations, inquiries, and an uneven transatlantic reckoning. Europe’s political class is facing one of its most uncomfortable moments in recent memory as newly surfaced…
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Storm Leonardo Batters Europe, Leaving a Trail of Floods and Disruption
Violent winds, torrential rain and widespread flooding have swept across southern Europe as Storm Leonardo continues to batter the region, triggering evacuations, paralyzing transport networks and pushing emergency services to their limits. From the Iberian Peninsula to parts of northern…
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France and Canada Deepen Arctic Diplomacy with New Greenland Consulates
Paris and Ottawa strengthen their northern footprint in Nuuk, signaling renewed commitment to Arctic stability, Indigenous engagement, and Denmark’s sovereignty amid intensifying global competition. France and Canada have taken a decisive step in Arctic diplomacy by opening new diplomatic consulates…
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China and Russia Deepen Strategic Axis Amid Shifting Global Power Dynamics
Leaders expand economic and military coordination as geopolitical rivalries intensify and Western influence faces new challenges China and Russia have moved to reinforce their strategic partnership, with Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin holding high-level talks aimed at broadening economic…
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