WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. President Joe Biden and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer brushed off Russian President Vladimir Putin’s threats Friday as they met to discuss Ukraine’s pleas to use British-supplied missiles against targets on Russia…Continue Reading
LONDON — Iran has supplied ballistic missiles to Russia as part of the escalating conflict in Ukraine, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday, as he promised fresh U.S. sanctions on Tehran.
Speaking on a visit to London, Blinken said: …Continue Reading
A spat between the EU’s foreign policy chief and Hungary unfurled at a meeting of EU foreign ministers Thursday, diverting attention from key issues such as the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
On his arrival at the EU Council building in…Continue Reading
Jamie Dettmer is opinion editor at POLITICO Europe.
The late American diplomat Richard Holbrooke, broker of the 1995 Dayton Accords ending the Bosnian War, used to say that warring parties will only strike a peace deal when both are exhausted…Continue Reading
The United States Armed Forces have confirmed the elimination of Abu Abd al-Rahman al-Maqqi, a senior leader of the Hurras al-Din group, which is affiliated with al-Qaeda. This targeted strike took place in Syria and is part of ongoing efforts by the U.S. to dismantle terrorist networks in the region.Continue Reading
Three Fires Erupt on Greek Tanker Following Houthi Attack A Greek flagged oil tanker named Sunion was attacked in the Red Sea, resulting in three fires onboard. The attack was carried out by Yemeni Houthi militants, according to multiple reports, including those from Reuters and the United Kingdom’s Office ofContinue Reading
Ivo Daalder, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, is CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and host of the weekly podcast “World Review with Ivo Daalder.” He writes POLITICO’s Across the Pond column.
As Democrats gather in Chicago this week for t…Continue Reading
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has postponed the parliamentary debate on allegations that staff at the Ugandan consulate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, are operating a casino within the consulate’s premises. The decision to delay the debate was announced on August 7, 2024. Tayebwa stated that the delay was necessary toContinue Reading
U.S. Advises Citizens to Exit Lebanon as Tensions Rise Four days after the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, security in the region remains unstable, prompting the United States to advise its citizens to leave Lebanon. The U.S. Embassy in Beirut issued an urgent warning for American citizens to evacuateContinue Reading
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, is known for his defiant leadership style. His recent decision to order the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has further highlighted his controversial approach to governance. Netanyahu, often referred to as “Bibi,” has demonstrated a unique and uncompromising stance on political issues.Continue Reading