G20 countries agree on need to tax the super-rich — but later – POLITICO
Governments to start looking at question of tax on billionaires, according to statement seen by POLITICO.| POLITICO
Race riots put Britain on collision course with Elon Musk – POLITICO
Britain’s government has social platforms in its sights as incitement spreads — and the X owner is squaring up for a fight.| POLITICO
EU Parliament lets companies look for child abuse on their platforms, with reservations – POLITICO
Privacy-conscious lawmakers say the rules are ‘legally flawed’ and endanger privacy.| POLITICO
Vatican, Israel implicated in Italy hacking scandal, leaked files reveal – POLITICO
Police wiretaps show the sprawling global nature of an investigation into Milan-based private detectives and their clients.| POLITICO
The time is now: Transforming Europe into a startup powerhouse
Better supporting startups can propel the region’s economy – simplifying market entry and prioritizing digital-first policies will be crucial| POLITICO
Every life matters
To end the HIV epidemic in Europe, underrepresented and marginalized communities cannot be ignored.| POLITICO
Unlocking the ‘hidden middle’: Transforming food systems for a sustainable future
Global action on meeting the Paris Agreement is currently falling short. Focusing on this often-neglected segment of food value chains could effect significant change| POLITICO
Macron says US made ‘good decision’ to lift limits on Ukraine missile use
France says it is Moscow, not Washington, that is upping the ante.| POLITICO
How UK’s Labour channeled Donald Trump to win
Keir Starmer’s chief of staff said he wanted to “make Britain great again,” according to a new book.| POLITICO
Early years investment could lift millions of children out of poverty. Why wait?
Inequality takes root in the first five years of life, and only by acting now will we break the cycle of disparity and poverty.| POLITICO
The hard right is mainstream in Brussels now
Italy's Giorgia Meloni and her allies are now part of a governing majority in Brussels.| POLITICO
4 takeaways from Romania’s presidential debate
Election could determine whether Romania continues to throw its weight behind Ukraine in its fight against Russia, or backs a cease-fire.| POLITICO
Macron lambasts G20 failures, makes veiled digs at Trump
French president appears keen to cross swords with U.S. president-elect.| POLITICO
Europe must prepare for fentanyl surge, EU home affairs chief says after warning from US’s Blinken – POLITICO
Ylva Johansson’s remarks follow a warning from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken that synthetic drugs are on their way.| POLITICO
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Germany’s snap election: What happens now? – POLITICO
It’s a particularly bad time for Berlin to be experiencing political paralysis pending the formation of a new government.| POLITICO
MEPs postpone decision on Hungary’s Olivér Várhelyi – POLITICO
It means his appointment will be tied to the more high-profile commissioner hearings on Tuesday.| POLITICO
Scholz vs Merz: Woche der Entscheidung – POLITICO
Wann kommt die Vertrauensfrage und damit die Neuwahlen? Der Kanzler zeigt sich kompromissbereit und gleichzeitig angriffslustig. Gordon Repinski analysiert, wie sich Scholz wieder in der “Phase der…| POLITICO
‘Babar’ Barnier outlasts Liz Truss and the lettuce – POLITICO
The French prime minister has embraced a plodding style utterly dissimilar to the kinetic energy of President Emmanuel Macron and his young acolytes.| POLITICO
Donald Trump Jr. taunts Zelenskyy about ‘losing your allowance’ – POLITICO
U.S. president-elect’s son shares a clip on Instagram referring to his father’s vow to cut aid to Kyiv.| POLITICO
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Parisians are pissed as Olympics make it hard to get around town – POLITICO
The city’s residents, already gold medal-level complainers, aren’t too happy about how the Summer Games are affecting their day-to-day lives.| POLITICO
Mystery creator of Bitcoin identified, new HBO documentary claims – POLITICO
The revelation could send shockwaves through cryptocurrency markets and beyond.| POLITICO
US-Russia prisoner swap causes blowback in Germany, Poland – POLITICO
The deal could incentivize Russia to imprison more innocent people, critics say.| POLITICO
How Europe should react to the US presidential elections – POLITICO
Regardless of the race’s outcome, the bloc’s interests don’t fully align with those of Washington, and it’s time to finally recognize this.| POLITICO
Draghi to present EU competitiveness report to senior lawmakers next week – POLITICO
Ex-ECB chief will brief political groups of European Parliament before official launch in coming weeks.| POLITICO
Kremlin official arrested in Russia for chucking Champagne bottle at delivery driver – POLITICO
Police are investigating if the former Russian minister was intoxicated.| POLITICO
Europe needs concrete action on connectivity policy – POLITICO
Policymakers have already recognized the need for a new digital approach. Done right, it can take us into a more prosperous, fair and flourishing future.| POLITICO
UK to again delay Brexit border checks on food – POLITICO
Industry says the controls could push up prices.| POLITICO
Poland wants 3 Belarusians behind bars for Ryanair forced landing – POLITICO
The Ryanair flight was forced to to land in Minsk, where opposition blogger Raman Pratasevich and his partner were arrested.| POLITICO
Starmer slams social media (but not Farage) as far right roils UK – POLITICO
Starmer said ‘violent disorder was clearly whipped up online’ after days of riots over the killing of three children.| POLITICO
Italy probes captain over Mike Lynch yacht disaster – POLITICO
James Cutfield has been asked to explain how a vessel considered unsinkable could sink.| POLITICO
Third suspect arrested in foiled terror attack on Taylor Swift concert – POLITICO
Main suspect in the plot planned “to kill himself and a large number of people,” an Austrian official said.| POLITICO
France extends detention of Telegram chief Pavel Durov – POLITICO
Telegram said its CEO “has nothing to hide” as his surprise detention became an online flashpoint over free speech.| POLITICO
How Ed Miliband became Britain’s most divisive government minister – POLITICO
The energy secretary has made an eye-catching start. But how far is he prepared to rock the boat?| POLITICO
Mark Rutte’s first NATO task: Find a right-hand woman – POLITICO
Two senior former officials from North Macedonia and Bulgaria are among those competing to become the incoming NATO chief’s deputy.| POLITICO
Bulgaria elections postponed as political crisis deepens – POLITICO
President Rumen Radev wants interior minister out in ongoing feud with sanctioned oligarch.| POLITICO
The EU fiddles while Kyiv burns – POLITICO
Time is running out on Ukraine’s finances, and none of the reasons behind the bloc’s inaction stand up to scrutiny.| POLITICO
Mike Lynch yacht disaster: Missing tycoon’s ties to UK spy chiefs – POLITICO
The serial entrepreneur’s business ventures are entangled in the worlds of both U.K. and U.S. intelligence.| POLITICO
Hungary blocks EU bid for unified statement on Venezuela election – POLITICO
The EU’s top diplomat Josep Borrell cited claims the presidential ballot was “marred by numerous flaws and irregularities.”| POLITICO
Ukraine’s plan to buy Russian-made nuclear reactors sparks uproar – POLITICO
Lawmakers argue buying aging atomic energy equipment from Bulgaria won’t help keep the lights on and could fuel corruption.| POLITICO
Vitaly Klitschko’s critics come out swinging over boxing champ’s record as Kyiv mayor – POLITICO
Klitschko sees a political vendetta in complaints his administration failed to stop destruction of the city’s heritage and to improve infrastructure.| POLITICO
Defense firms need full access to EU cash as Putin haunts Europe, Draghi says – POLITICO
Looming threats must spark major rethink of European defense policy, according to draft of new report seen by POLITICO.| POLITICO
Macron sweats under growing pressure to appoint prime minister – POLITICO
The French president will hold talks Monday with former Socialist PM Bernard Cazeneuve, seen as a front-runner for the job.| POLITICO
German lawmakers pass cannabis legalization bill – POLITICO
It paves the way for adults to legally possess and grow small amounts of cannabis, and for cultivation clubs to be set up.| POLITICO
Starmer gets a bit of Friday heat – POLITICO
What's driving the day in Westminster. Politics and policymaking in the UK capital.| POLITICO
Belgium misses EU commissioner deadline – POLITICO
Ursula von der Leyen wanted all candidate names in by end-August.| POLITICO
Photography’s eternal present at Arles – POLITICO
This year’s Les Rencontres d’Arles photography festival pays homage to female artists amid a dystopian squint, highlighting overlooked worlds.| POLITICO
Putin to visit Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant – POLITICO
Ukraine urges Mongolian government to execute warrant against Russian leader.| POLITICO
UK Treasury failed to tell watchdog about senior official’s Labour donation – POLITICO
Former banker Ian Corfield donated thousands to politicians including Chancellor Rachel Reeves before his appointment.| POLITICO
Emmanuel Macron finally admits he gave Telegram chief French citizenship – POLITICO
President’s team initially said the foreign ministry made the call to grant Russian-born Pavel Durov a French passport.| POLITICO
From Paris with love: Serbia’s east-west balancing act pays off – POLITICO
French President Macron has shrugged off concerns over Serbia’s ties with Russia to seal lucrative deals on fighter jets and nuclear energy.| POLITICO
Hungary-EU blowup overshadows key meeting on Ukraine – POLITICO
Top Brussels diplomat Josep Borrell’s comments on Ukraine and the Middle East anger Budapest.| POLITICO
More plastic, more carbon, more cost: why attached bottle caps are not the way to fix waste – POLITICO
With industry, government and society all stepping up action to stop waste, UNESDA Soft Drinks Europe and the European Federation of Bottled Waters join forces to voice their support for the EU’s 9…| POLITICO
Cooling inflation sets up ECB rate cut in September – POLITICO
Inflation looks to have cooled further in August, removing one of the last remaining obstacles to an interest rate cut from the European Central Bank next month. In Germany, the continent’s largest…| POLITICO
Thierry Breton: High-speed commissioner – POLITICO
France’s man in Brussels wants to move fast — at the risk of ruffling feathers.| POLITICO
Thierry Breton: The Digital Prince Regent – POLITICO
All my roles are ‘complementary,’ says the French commissioner.| POLITICO
Nigel Farage tries to have it both ways as Britain burns – POLITICO
The Reform UK leader has sought to distance himself from Tommy Robinson while also blaming the left for the unrest.| POLITICO
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UK rail minister got engineer sacked for raising safety concerns – POLITICO
Peter Hendy threatened to withhold public contracts while seeking disciplinary action.| POLITICO
France charges Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, releases him on €5M bail – POLITICO
The Russian-born tech tycoon faces six charges and is barred from leaving France.| POLITICO
The battle over Iran’s terror financing – POLITICO
While the war in Gaza makes the headlines, Europe and the U.S. are worried about Hezbollah’s illicit financing.| POLITICO
Keir Starmer learns how not to lead from Olaf Scholz – POLITICO
On a visit to Berlin, the new U.K. prime minister may look at his German counterpart as a cautionary tale.| POLITICO
Labour donor bags plum UK Treasury job – POLITICO
Banker Ian Corfield is appointed to a top role in the civil service just months after donating thousands of pounds to Chancellor Rachel Reeves.| POLITICO
EU takes shot at Musk over Trump interview — and misses – POLITICO
Europe’s chief digital official faces fire for “interfering” in U.S. election.| POLITICO
Macron on Telegram CEO’s arrest: French government was not involved – POLITICO
French president condemns “false information” as Pavel Durov’s detention in Paris triggers global outcry.| POLITICO
Greece ― the country that lets people escape justice – POLITICO
Cover-ups, botched investigations and a general feeling of impunity set alarm bells ringing.| POLITICO
Germany’s Scholz under friendly fire over US missile plan – POLITICO
“Not every weapon makes Germany immediately safer,” says Rolf Mützenich, the leader of the SPD faction in the Bundestag.| POLITICO
Ukrainian, Russian strikes leave 6 dead, 1 journalist missing – POLITICO
A Russian strike hit the Hotel Sapphire in Kramatorsk where six Reuters journalists were staying.| POLITICO
Never mind the polls — it’s Question Time – POLITICO
What's driving the day in Westminster. Politics and policymaking in the UK capital.| POLITICO
Syrian man arrested in deadly knife attack in Germany – POLITICO
Islamic State claimed responsibility for a attack late Friday that left three people dead and eight others injured.| POLITICO
Telegram app CEO Pavel Durov reportedly arrested at French airport – POLITICO
Durov was taken into custody under a French arrest warrant as he got off his private jet after a flight from Azerbaijan, TF1 TV and BFM TV report.| POLITICO
World’s cartoonists on this week’s events – POLITICO
Drawing the top stories around the globe.| POLITICO
Sex, drugs and … paperwork: Brexit steals spotlight from British bands – POLITICO
A diminishing number of grassroots U.K. musicians are performing at the continent’s festivals.| POLITICO
Ukraine’s war strategy: Survive 2024 to win in 2025 – POLITICO
Kyiv needs arms and ammunition from its allies if it is to stave off Russian attacks over the coming months.| POLITICO
These people want to run the EU’s economy – POLITICO
European governments are battling for their people to get roles linked to the bloc’s finances.| POLITICO
Safety deteriorating at Ukraine nuclear plant after drone strike, IAEA warns – POLITICO
IAEA chief says he is “extremely concerned” about safety at the Zaporizhzhia facility.| POLITICO
UK government brands Elon Musk ‘deplorable’ amid race riots – POLITICO
Musk has waded into Britain’s riots with a series of posts on his X platform — and faces criticism over the handling of online disinformation.| POLITICO
What a Kamala Harris win would mean for Ukraine and NATO – POLITICO
What’s driving the day in Brussels. By NICHOLAS VINOCUR with ZOYA SHEFTALOVICH Send tips here | Tweet @NicholasVinocur @swheaton @EddyWax | Listen to Playbook and view in your browser WHILE Y…| POLITICO
Mpox is officially a global emergency. Here’s everything you need to know. – POLITICO
A more-deadly version of the virus formerly known as monkeypox is spreading fast through Africa. Should Europe be on alert?| POLITICO
Dutch scandal serves as a warning for Europe over risks of using algorithms – POLITICO
The Dutch tax authority ruined thousands of lives after using an algorithm to spot suspected benefits fraud — and critics say there is little stopping it from happening again.| POLITICO
Russia sets Ukrainian nuclear power plant on fire, says Zelenskyy – POLITICO
Fighting close to large nuclear facilities in Ukraine and Russia has caused concern among atomic experts.| POLITICO
Zelenskyy confirms Ukraine’s forces fighting in Russian territory – POLITICO
The cross-border offensive is Kyiv’s deepest penetration into Russia since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.| POLITICO
World’s cartoonists on this week’s events – POLITICO
Drawing the top stories around the globe.| POLITICO
Macron is already over. Can anyone stop Le Pen? – POLITICO
The president must decide if his candidates should drop out and back the left to stop the far right winning power in France.| POLITICO