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EU devises scheme to squeeze more profit from Russian frozen assets

Mark Rutte DOGEs NATO with dozens of job cuts

Trump’s Iran threats set off scramble to protect Americans abroad

MAGA allies deride attacking Iran — but won’t criticize Trump directly

There was no breakthrough on trade at the G7. Trump’s OK with that.

Czech government survives no-confidence vote over bitcoin scandal
India eyes retaliation against EU, UK carbon border taxes
The threat comes after POLITICO earlier reported that Goyal had privately warned Brussels and London it would retaliate against the carbon taxes.
Trump on strike of Iranian nuclear site: ‘I may do it. I may not do it.’
The president said he recently spoke with Iranian leaders who floated a visit to the White House amid ongoing conflict.
Israel is undermining ‘decades of humanitarian principles’, EU’s Kallas says
Enough is enough, states bloc’s top diplomat.
Crucial North Sea emissions decision expected Thursday
The U.K. government is set to respond to a legal judgment on long-term emissions issued last summer.
Tusk’s coalition partners split ahead of next election
The Polish People’s Party and Poland 2050 are going their separate ways, but neither is leaving the country’s government.
Trump envoy set to meet Lukashenko in Belarus
The trip by Keith Kellogg would be the highest-level U.S. visit to the country in years.
Ted Cruz vs. Tucker Carlson: Conservatives clash over Iran policy
The viral interview comes as the U.S. stands on the precipice of direct engagement in another major conflagration in the Middle East.
France plans to stop more UK-bound migrant boats at sea
Changes come after the British government criticized French authorities for not doing enough to combat migrant smuggling.
‘Neuron flashes’ drive Trump’s policy on Iran, says John Bolton
The former national security adviser also warns there is “a great risk” that Trump will pull out of NATO.
Anti-Google groups petition EU to break up tech giant
Two separate petitions, accompanied by a protest, landed on DG Competition’s doorstep this morning.
EU ambassadors reach preliminary deal on €1.5B defense spending plan
A group of nations isn’t thrilled about excluding third countries, but agreed not to “stand in the way” of a deal.
Iran’s supreme leader threatens ‘irreparable’ harm if US strikes
Trump said the U.S. is choosing not to eliminate Iran’s leader “for now”.
PMQs: Angela Rayner lays into Chris Philp on grooming gangs and immigration
The deputy prime minister was challenged about child sexual exploitation and border controls — but easily countered the shadow home secretary’s attack lines.
EU summons Russian envoy over assault on European diplomat in Vladivostok
“We condemn any violence against EU diplomats,” Commission says.
Ukraine permits dual citizenship to combat demographic issues
Kyiv hopes ethnic Ukrainians and refugees around the world will now be encouraged to obtain or retain Ukrainian citizenship.
Le Pen and Bardella staging kiss-and-make-up moment
Are Le Pen and Bardella running mates or rivals?
China-based AliExpress breached EU digital rules over illegal products
The Commission accepted many commitments by the e-commerce marketplace to comply with the Digital Services Act but said it has not done enough on illegal products.
UK inflation slowed less than expected in May
The numbers will be a disappointment to Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
US critical networks are prime targets for cyberattacks. They’re preparing for Iran to strike.
Organizations across the country are stepping up their vigilance as the conflict between Iran and Israel widens.
Trump extends TikTok deadline again
The 90-day extension marks the third delay in enforcing the law, as Beijing uses the popular app as leverage in ongoing trade negotiations.
G7 embraces ‘realpolitik’ to work around disruptive Trump
Allies couldn’t get the U.S. president on board with stronger measures against Russia — but at least they “live to fight another day.”
‘Lefty lawyer’ Keir Starmer to push for ECHR reform
The U.K. prime minister — a former human rights lawyer — wants to shake up Strasbourg amid pressure over migration rulings. Some fear inaction will stoke “the next Brexit.”
Turkey draws line of marine influence right down the Aegean Sea
Greek officials complained Turkey’s plan split the Aegean Sea in half, claiming maritime zones of numerous Greek islands.
EU eyes higher fees on US, British tourists to repay post-Covid debts
The move would increase the incoming traveler tax above the currently slated €7 sum.