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Putin to Trump: Moscow ready for ‘most extensive’ talks
Russian leader sends New Year’s greeting to US president.
On shutdown, White House wants Trump’s tweets to do the talking
Since December 11, Trump has only addressed Democratic leaders via Twitter. For most White House aides and allies, that’s a positive development.
Congo to EU: Mind your own business
An election that’s been delayed for two years is about to be held, and the country has booted out the EU ambassador.
Former Macron aide probed over illegal use of passport
Alexandre Benalla reportedly used a diplomatic passport on a trip to Africa.
Juncker has ‘doubts’ about Romania’s ability to lead EU
Commission president also wants Hungary’s Fidesz to be excluded from the European People’s Party.
‘He’s still in prison’: Trump lifts Turkey sanctions but Americans remain detained
The move baffled those who say the US has otherwise been working hard behind the scenes to free those still held in Turkey.
A cooped-up Trump’s threats fail to break budget deadlock
The president is consumed by the shutdown, according to people close to him, and has been throwing out escalating Twitter ultimatums — to no avail.
Which US 2020 candidates won 2018?
Hint: One of them rhymes with Freto Frorourke.
World’s cartoonists on this week’s events
Drawing the top stories around the globe.
Trump renews threat to close southern border
US president also suggests country could cut off aid to Central American countries.
Angelina Jolie hints at US presidency move
‘For now I’ll stay quiet’ on political ambitions, Tomb Raider star said.
Amex conversations: policy priorities from EU thought leaders
Learn about the challenges facing policymakers today and what they expect from financial services companies.
Michael Cohen denies report alleging his cellphone was traced near Prague in 2016
Christopher Steele’s dossier claimed Trump’s former attorney traveled to the city during for a secret meeting with Russian officials.
When movie stars do politics
When stars of the big screen cozy up to stars of the small podium.
What European voters worry about
Here’s what’s on the minds of citizens across the EU ahead of continent-wide elections next year.
6 post-Cold War taboos Europe must now face
France and Germany must summon up the inspiration and muscle to guarantee Europe’s future security.
Ex-far right leader registers ‘Yellow Jackets’ as trademark
Florian Philippot wants to lead a ‘half Patriots, half Yellow Jackets’ list of candidates for the EU election.
Germany to consider EU applicants for military jobs
Labor shortages have led military to start looking further afield.
18 numbers that explain Trump’s 2018
The president’s year in figures.
Explosive device injures two in Greece
No one has claimed responsibility for the blast.
Trump, in Iraq, defends decision to withdraw troops from Syria
The move was followed by Defense Secretary Jim Mattis’ resignation and was met with surprise from international allies.
Trump makes first trip to Iraq as president
The trip comes days after Trump ordered a full withdrawal of the 2,000 US troops in Syria.
How Trump gave away his secret war zone trip
The president’s trip to Iraq was supposed to be a surprise. But the White House couldn’t keep the sensitive trip a secret for long.
How to get ahead in 2019: Become a bully
As long as the world remains broken, the stage belongs to those spewing sulphur and bombast.
Italian education reform? Just look outside
In a culture often bound by tradition, alternative education is slowly gaining traction.
Russia tests hypersonic missile system
Test comes amid growing regional tensions.
The diplomatic novice in line for America’s top UN post
Heather Nauert has no diplomatic experience aside from her year and a half as State Department spokesperson.
Girl who called Trump says she believes in Santa
The US president said believing in Santa at age 7 is ‘marginal.’
Legal weed is everywhere in the US — unless you’re a scientist
The push to legalize marijuana may overtake research on medical benefits.
Trump keeps up drumbeat for border wall
Trump also doubled down on his criticism of the Federal Reserve, saying they are raising interest rates too quickly.
Bosnia’s migrant route bottleneck
Locals feel abandoned by politicians in Sarajevo as region sees influx of people trying to reach EU.
Brexit Britain will be just fine
It’s Europe that should be worried about its future.
Europe’s neo-colonial African urbanism
Grand plans for cities of the future can’t solve the migration crisis.
Merkel or Macron, waffle or frites? — European politicos tell all
Matteo Salvini, Italy’s deputy prime minister, and others answer the big questions.
Pope calls for end to world conflicts
Catholic leader spoke of ‘an unbreakable bond’ uniting everyone.
Trump invited to visit Turkey
Erdogan has been a key figure in the controversy over Trump’s stated plans to withdraw US troops from Syria.
2018: The year in figures and charts
Telling the story of the last 12 months through data.
Matteo Salvini’s Catholic problem
Religious weekly Famiglia Cristiana has emerged as a critic of Italy’s migration policies, but has trouble denting the League leader’s popularity.
Trump swipes at senators, Mattis over military alliances
Trump pushed back on the notion that he does not value global military alliances.
Meet Trump’s acting Pentagon chief
Patrick Shanahan is little known outside the halls of the national security community.
US Treasury secretary speaks with big bank CEOs about market stability
Mnuchin also sought to assure markets that Trump won’t attempt to fire Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
Trump owns the shutdown. And he’s OK with that
The president spent the weekend digging in on his position, and aides say he accepts a closure that could drag into the new year.
Holiday wishes from the EU to you!
Here’s your seasonal round-robin family Christmas letter from Brussels.
2 months early: Mattis leaving by January 1
The US defense secretary’s departure — the subject of much consternation among both Republicans and Democrats — has been moved up.
Matteo Salvini: Italian ports closed to migrants
Two charities sought permission to drop off people rescued off the Libyan coast.
Paddy Ashdown, former Bosnia high representative, dies
Former Liberal Democrats leader passed away following short illness.
Top US envoy in fight against ISIS resigns over Trump’s Syria withdrawal
But the president hits back, claiming not to know the man who led the effort Trump insists was successful.
Trump’s crackdown hits legal immigrants
The president’s posture on illegal immigration has had a chilling effect on legal migrant flows.
US government shutdown begins as talks falter over Trump’s border wall
‘We are totally prepared for a very long shutdown,’ Donald Trump tells reporters.
UK minister hits out at ‘ghastly’ Juncker over hair-ruffling incident
‘If that happened in our parliament I hope there would be a formal complaint,’ says Amber Rudd.
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