France shapes the G7 agenda at a moment of unusually high geopolitical tension
As the G7 summit kicks off today in Évian-les-Bains, we assess how France is shaping the agenda. Plus: we discuss the results of the immigration referendum in Switzerland and visit the Musée Yves Sain...
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EU capitals consider overhauling the bloc’s diplomatic service. What went wrong?
France and Germany are reportedly weighing a major overhaul of the EU’s diplomatic service, including proposals to scale back powers from the European External Action Service and return them to member...
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Trump vows revenge for downed helicopter and talk delays: is the ceasefire over?
Donald Trump threatens that Iran will ‘pay the price’ for drawing out negotiations. But as inflation in the US hits a three-year high, is it Americans who are paying more? Plus: countdown to the 2026 ...
11 Kesä 58min
Can Europe build a stronger defence industry after its flagship military aviation project is abandoned?
As France and Germany abandon plans for a next-generation fighter aircraft, we assess the possibilities for European governments to build a stronger defence industry. Plus: we join our design editor a...
10 Kesä 58min
Does Iran still intend to make a deal with the US?
President Donald Trump has insisted that negotiations will continue. But does Iran still want to make a deal? Plus: All Accor’s ace partnership, smoke-free success in Sweden and why life is getting gr...
9 Kesä 58min
Kosovo goes to the polls again and South Africa’s immigration protests grow
As Kosovo votes in its third parliamentary election in 18 months, we explore the presidential deadlock that caused it. Then: South Africa’s leader faces pressure from anti-immigration protests. Plus: ...
8 Kesä 58min
Armenia decides between peace and conflict, Russia and Europe
Armenia heads to the polls in a pivotal election this weekend, with voters considering whether peace with Azerbaijan is a good thing, and whether Russia or the EU is a better ally. Plus: Mark Speich o...
5 Kesä 58min
Israel bombs Lebanon as ‘ceasefire’ extension is discussed in Washington
Delegates from Israel and Lebanon meet to discuss the ever-weakening truce with Hezbollah. Plus: local elections in South Korea, the future of office furniture in Tokyo and Helsinki Fashion Week.See o...
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