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 Elon Musk sabotaged Ukrainian attack on Russian fleet in Crimea by turning off Starlink

Top Russian official praises Musk’s move to shut down Starlink during Ukraine’s strike attempt. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/elon-musk-ukraine-starlink-russia-crimea-war-drone-submarine-attack-sabotage/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 UK to host global food summit as Sunak blasts Russia’s Black Sea grain ‘stranglehold’

Rishi Sunak condemns Vladimir Putin's 'blockade of and attacks on Ukrainian grain' as he announces November 20 summit. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-to-host-global-food-summit-as-sunak-blasts-russias-black-sea-grain-stranglehold/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Absence speaks loudly at the G-20

The summit of many of the world’s leading economies is expected to tackle an array of issues, including global food security — though some key players will be missing. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/07/absence-presence-dominance-g20-00114544?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Labs: the (overlooked) building block of Universal Health Coverage

Universal Health Coverage may be high on the UNGA 78 health agenda, but will leaders back the diagnostics infrastructure that makes it possible? #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/labs-the-overlooked-building-block-of-universal-health-coverage/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Rishi Sunak flies to India for G20 summit with post-Brexit trade deal in sight

Slimmed-down UK-India agreement set to be signed by the end of 2023. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-uk-india-trade-deal-g20-summit/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Liz Truss’ sacked chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng speaks of ’emptiness’ after Downing Street

Kwarteng presided over chaotic 'mini-budget' and tells POLITICO about life for 'adrenaline junkies' after being in office. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/liz-truss-sacked-chancellor-kwasi-kwarteng-speak-emptiness-downing-street/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Labour should encourage Britain’s Indo-Pacific ambitions

When it comes to foreign policy and the UK’s uncertain place in a fast-changing world, the opposition should be thinking beyond electoral tactics. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-india-trade-deal-labour-encourage/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Europe is under attack — by wolves and deadly insects

Yevgeny Prigozhin is dead. The wolves of Europe are next. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-is-under-attack-by-wolves-and-deadly-insects/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Ignore the noise. Keir Starmer is a green activist to his core

The Labour leader needs to decide whether his green past will help or hinder his path to power. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-labour-keir-starmer-is-a-green-activist-to-his-core/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Georgia must do more to earn EU membership, Brussels warns

A high-profile visit from Josep Borrell comes amid warnings Russian influence is rising in the country, and as Brussels fights over accession deadlines. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/georgia-must-do-more-to-earn-eu-membership-brussels-warns/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Doubts over Catalan as EU language create a headache for Spain’s Sánchez

EU countries are unlikely to give a quick blessing to Madrid’s pitch to grant Basque, Catalan and Galician official status. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/catalonia-eu-language-pedro-sanchez-spain-socialist-party/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Vestager faces uphill battle to win French support for EIB top job

The wind in Paris is blowing in favor of Spain's Nadia Calviño, but Macron is notorious for taking last-minute decisions. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/margrethe-vestager-european-investment-bank-president-nadia-calvino-uphill-battle/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 It’s back to school in Brussels — Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani

It’s “back to school” week here in Brussels, so we’re looking ahead to what policies will dominate the news in the coming months. Also, our special guest is Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani. Host Suzanne Lynch is joined by POLITICO’s Sarah Wheaton and Nick Vinocur to... #press

https://www.politico.eu/podcast/its-back-to-school-in-brussels-kosovo-president-vjosa-osmani/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Qatargate: Parliament committee backs asset disclosure for MEPs

The vote revealed a fresh left-right divide over how to respond to Qatargate. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-parliament-committee-backs-asset-disclosure-meps-qatargate-transparency/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 EU’s man in Austria Martin Selmayr in hot water over Russian ‘blood money’ comment

Austria is giving Russia "blood money" for its war against Ukraine, Selmayr critiqued. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/selmayr-summoned-to-austrian-foreign-ministry-over-russian-blood-money-critique/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 How heat pumps exploded Germany’s ruling coalition

Olaf Scholz’s government wanted to be a pioneer in climate protection. The effort has come at a very high political price. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/heat-pumps-exploded-germany-ruling-coalition-green-law/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Not your usual legislative proposal: Estonian EPP youngsters gets engaged in European Parliament

Finally some EPP vows that will stick. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/european-parliament-marriage-proposal-couple-engaged-epp-estonia/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 French lawmaker challenges transatlantic data deal before EU court

MP Philippe Latombe launches the latest round of legal fighting. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/french-lawmaker-challenges-transatlantic-data-deal-before-eu-court/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 COVID-19 on the rise in Europe as bloc flies blind into fall and winter 

Only a third of countries reported data to the ECDC on hospital admissions. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/covid-19-rise-europe-bloc-flies-blind-into-fall-winter-ecdc/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Troubled Brussels train station to get its own police station amid drugs boom

Better care for narcotics users will also be provided at Midi station. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/police-station-at-brussels-train-station-to-combat-crime-wave/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 G7 countries commit to AI code of conduct

Attempt at creating a unified, but nonbinding, international rulebook could be presented to G7 leaders as early as November. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/g7-countries-commit-to-ai-code-of-conduct/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Your car wants to know about your sex life

Cars are increasingly filming, recording and tracking drivers and passengers, new report finds. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/car-manufacturer-data-privacy-driver-passenger-sexual-activity-report/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary pied in the face on Brussels visit

'Welcome in Belgium!' woman says as airline chief is smashed with a cream pie. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ryanair-ceo-michael-oleary-pie-face-european-commission-brussels/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Interpol fights for survival on its 100th birthday

Head of crime-fighting agency pushes back against criticism of its famed Red Notice system. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/interpol-crime-fight-for-survival-on-100-th-birthday/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 One year of Good Move in Brussels: Fewer cars, more cyclists

The urban transport scheme has succeeded in slashing traffic in the heart of the Belgian capital. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/one-year-good-move-brussels-fewer-cars-more-cyclists/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Macron: No Russian flags at Paris 2024 Olympics

Asked about whether Russian athletes will be allowed to participate, French president says that is a decision for the IOC. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/emmanuel-macron-russia-flag-paris-2024-olympics/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Britain rejoins EU’s Horizon science scheme

London talks up rebate as UK rejoins research strand it's been shut out of since Brexit. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/britain-rejoins-eus-horizon-science-scheme/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 A renewed Europe can only be built from the political center

We need stronger rights for EU citizens, the rule of law, an independent media, and free and fair elections. #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/a-renewed-europe-can-only-be-built-from-the-political-center/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Germany’s gambit to tout e-fuels falls flat

German Transport Minister Volker Wissing didn't get much international backing for his green fuel declaration. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-e-fuels-munich-car-auto-show-emissions/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 We should never have let Cyprus join the EU

The bloc should have put accession on ice and made it clear to both sides that only a united island would be allowed to join. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/cyprus-eu-vladimir-putin-russia/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 ‘Europe’s got a problem’ — Drug violence grips Belgium’s second largest city

Antwerp is grappling with bombings, shootings and a record influx of cocaine. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/antwerp-belgium-drug-violence-europe-problem/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Where to eat during August in Brussels’ EU Quarter

With EU institutions in summer mode, finding lunch can be tricky. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/brussels-eu-commission-hunger-lurks-in-european-quarter-ghost-town/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 UK’s Sunak rules out referendum on net zero climate plan

Brits are already committed to cutting carbon emissions, Sunak argued. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-rishi-sunak-rules-out-referendum-net-zero-britain-climate-plan/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 
 Mr. Not-So-Brightside. The Killers booed in Georgia for bringing Russian fan onstage

American rock band apologizes after asking crowd to welcome Russian as as their 'brother.' #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/mr-not-so-brightside/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop