The fighting in Ukraine is only part of Russia’s wider war against the continent as a whole. It’s high time to recognize this reality and act accordingly.| POLITICO
Biden administration pushes competition policy as weapon against surging prices; European regulators aren’t so sure.| POLITICO
Plans to attract U.S. researchers to France were quickly criticized by members of the research community.| POLITICO
The European Commission chief and the French president are trying to woo American researchers with a new program called “Choose Europe for Science.”| POLITICO
Brussels’ zero-for-zero tariff offer not enough, U.S. president says, but indicates he’s open to a deal if the bloc commits to closing the trade deficit in goods.| POLITICO
A ‘landmark’ AI testing deal hailed by the UK leader is being shunned by the emerging tech’s biggest players including OpenAI and Meta.| POLITICO
The European Commission president appears to be winning the U.S. president’s ear on Ukraine, but that comes at a price.| POLITICO
A call between Trump and EU leaders gave them hope that he’ll protect their interests in any Ukraine peace deal. Here’s why it may not last.| POLITICO
Russia’s leader had good reason to look delighted by his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.| POLITICO
Ukraine’s president also said Russian attack that killed at least 21 civilians was “frankly brutal.”| POLITICO
It’s the first time NATO forces have directly engaged with Russia since its invasion of Ukraine.| POLITICO
The Kremlin has increasingly targeted European leaders — in particular Germany’s chancellor for his staunch support of Ukraine.| POLITICO
Privately, however, some conceded they may have to settle for the lower figures for now as COP29 talks amble toward the finish line.| POLITICO
Kyiv is afraid to be left out of negotiations, while Trump might strengthen Putin just as Russia is beginning to feel the strain of the war.| POLITICO
Will the Russian ruler outmaneuver America’s president with devastating consequences for Ukraine?| POLITICO
The leaders will only have translators present during the Ukraine war talks — and a press conference is set to follow.| POLITICO
“The EU is weaker today than ever due to the persistent failure” of the Commission president, the Patriots say in document seen by POLITICO.| POLITICO
The populist right-winger even appears to be turning accusations from liberal politicians and media to his advantage ahead of Sunday’s vote.| POLITICO
The extra investments pledged under the trade deal would come from private companies, which Brussels conceded it has no power to control.| POLITICO
But U.S. president “as always, talked a lot about what he would do, but in a way that no one could say what exactly he was going to do,” official tells POLITICO.| POLITICO
Emmanuel Macron’s team wants the EU to punch back harder in tariff negotiations with the U.S.| POLITICO
Only 38 percent of Britons trusted America to act responsibly in the world, a 15 point drop from 2024.| POLITICO
Aix-Marseille University is wooing researchers who feel targeted by the Trump administration.| POLITICO
Europe and Ukraine are learning how little the U.S. cares, as the new president aligns himself with their greatest enemy.| POLITICO
Much-anticipated Istanbul talks fall flat as Russian leader refuses to attend.| POLITICO
Election winner likens the Trump administration to Putin’s Russia as he bids to take Europe in a new direction.| POLITICO
The U.S. president’s relentless pursuit of raw materials is storing up trouble for Greenland, but could well be good news for Ukraine.| POLITICO
Trump’s former chief strategist fears his old boss won’t make a clean break and stop military aid to Kyiv.| POLITICO
Westminster is abuzz with talk of closer ties between the Trump adviser and chief Brexiteer.| POLITICO
It’s a particularly bad time for Berlin to be experiencing political paralysis pending formation of a new government.| POLITICO
The serial entrepreneur’s business ventures are entangled in the worlds of both U.K. and U.S. intelligence.| POLITICO
Kyiv needs arms and ammunition from its allies if it is to stave off Russian attacks over the coming months.| POLITICO
Drawing the top stories around the globe.| POLITICO
The deal that freed Evan Gershkovich was bittersweet for those political detainees still trapped in Russia.| POLITICO
Both sides have claimed victory in a closely-watched presidential contest that will have ripple effects across the Americas.| POLITICO
Washington’s staunch backing for Israel’s war in Gaza likely hurt its popularity.| POLITICO
The ‘great risk’ Europe faces is getting ‘caught up in crises that are not ours,’ French president says in interview.| POLITICO
China uses fabricated polls and outlandish claims on social media to bolster its camp in Taiwan’s election.| POLITICO
The US company behind the AI chatbot must comply with several privacy requirements.| POLITICO