Ukraine is ‘freaking out’ as McCarthy chaos threatens US military aid 

After the ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, there is concern in Kyiv that Ukraine has become a tool of US domestic politics. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-mccarthy-united-states-speaker-war-russia-invasion-weapons-ammunition/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Giuliani: ‘I have never had an alcohol problem’

Former Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani vehemently denied having a drinking problem Wednesday, following the Times report. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/04/rudy-giuliani-drinking-00119923?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Beijing ready for big fight with Brussels over EV probe

China takes aim after Brussels  formally initiates a probe into its electric vehicle subsidies. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/beijing-big-trade-fight-brussels-eu-investigation-subsidies-electric-vehicles/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 U.S. sending seized Iranian ammunition to Ukraine

The move comes as the Defense Department runs low on money to transfer arms to Kyiv. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/04/pentagon-to-send-iranian-weapons-to-ukraine-00119900?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Meloni claims win as EU approves final plank of migration reform

Italy backed deal after winning a symbolic concession on humanitarian rescue missions. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/giorgia-meloni-eu-approve-final-plank-migration-reform/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 FIFA ends total ban on Russian football teams

Decision follows similar ruling from UEFA last week. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/fifa-ends-total-ban-russian-football-teams/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 FIFA gives 2030 World Cup to Spain, Portugal, 4 other countries

Europe, Africa and South America will all host games. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/fifa-2030-world-cup-spain-portugal-morocco-uruguay-argentina-paraguay/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Political theatrics dominate climate commissioner hearings

With the Green Deal on the line, lawmakers from all sides focused on signaling over substance. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/political-theatrics-dominate-climate-commissioner-hearings/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 The world is changing — and not in Europe’s favor

Strategic autonomy is a fundamentally inadequate framework for thinking about how Europe fits into today’s global order. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/world-changing-not-europe-favor-european-union-gloabal-politics-strategic-autonomy/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Don’t expect EU sanctions on Azerbaijan — even though MEPs will vote for them

European lawmakers are keen to show support for Armenians, but Azerbaijan's gas diplomacy makes sanctions unlikely. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/european-union-sanctions-azerbaijan-armenia-conflict-meps/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Erdoğan cancels Granada summit trip after falling ill

Turkish president cancels political events for second time this year due to sickness. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/azerbaijan-president-ilham-aliyev-refuse-hold-nagorno-karabakh-talks-turkey-recep-tayyip-erdogan-erdogan-canceled-attendance-european-political-community-falling-ill/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Paris bedbugs: It’s not a big deal, says French transport chief

The tiny insects have been spotted on public transport over the past few weeks, but Clément Beaune says no need to worry. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/paris-bedbug-france-transport-minister-clement-beaune/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Ukraine’s accession would cost €186B, EU estimates

Future enlargement of the EU would greatly affect farming and cohesion funding allocation. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-accession-cost-186-billion-eu-enlargement/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Rishi Sunak still thinks he can win. Try telling his Tory party

UK prime minister vows to 'tell it as it is' ahead of an election the polls say he will lose. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-can-win-uk-british-election-tory-party/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Rishi Sunak tries to distance himself from 13 years of the Tories in conference speech

Conservative leader argues it's the opposition Labour Party representing the status quo. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/prime-minister-rishi-sunak-distance-himself-13-years-tory-party-government-conference-speech/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 A plan with a lot of baggage! MEPs push for airlines to stop charging for carry-on bags

Lawmakers argue it's unfair for airlines to charge travelers for carry-on luggage when it's an expected part of travel. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/baggage-meps-push-airlines-stop-charging-carry-on-bags/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Rishi Sunak scraps Northern leg of HS2 rail line

UK leader says the 'facts have changed' as he lops off one leg of major rail project. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-hs2-rail-london-north-england/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Rishi Sunak deploys his secret weapon: His wife, Akshata Murty

Businesswoman and Infosys heiress hails her 'aspirational' prime minister husband at Tory conference. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-wife-akshata-murta-conservative-party-conference-manchester-tory/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Russian anti-war TV protest journalist given 8+ years in prison

Marina Ovsyannikova, who made headlines last year after crashing a live Russian TV broadcast to protest the war on Ukraine, is sentenced in absentia. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/russian-anti-war-protest-journalist-marina-ovsyannikova-sentenced-in-absentia-to-over-8-years-in-prison/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Brussels officially starts probe into Chinese electric vehicles

European Commission investigation follows pressure from the French government. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/brussels-officially-starts-probe-into-chinese-electric-vehicles/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU’s new climate leadership duo gets nod from MEPs

Maroš Šefčovič and Wopke Hoekstra get committee approval, setting scene for formal confirmation vote on Thursday. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eus-new-climate-leadership-duo-gets-nod-from-meps/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 The smart route to net zero #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/the-smart-route-to-net-zero/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 France will send military gear to Armenia

Paris seeks to deepen defense ties with Yerevan, as it gradually moves away from Russian President Vladimir Putin's orbit. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/france-will-send-military-equipment-to-armenia/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Jourová: New media law will be ‘major warning signal’ for EU countries

Both 'arrogant' France and Viktor Orbán's Hungary could learn a thing or two from the upcoming new set of rules for media, the Commission vice president says. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/vera-jourova-media-freedom-act-law-european-union-parliament/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Germany’s far-right ‘firewall’ cracks

A vow by mainstream parties not to cooperate with Alternative for Germany is under pressure as the party surges in the polls. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-firewall-afd-elections-thuringia/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Trump is no ghost of the past — he’s haunting Ukraine’s present

The war effort risks being held hostage in Washington by a raging partisan budget battle provoked by the former president. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-no-ghost-past-haunting-ukraine-present/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU, US and Russia held secret talks days before Nagorno-Karabakh crisis

Meeting is a rare sign of diplomacy on a high-level security topic between Putin and the West, while regular ties have been upended by war. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-us-and-russia-held-secret-talks-days-before-nagorno-karabakh-crisis/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 McCarthy out as speaker

It’s an unprecedented development that has loomed over the Californian since he took the gavel in January. #press

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2023/10/03/congress/mccarthy-out-speaker-conservatives-oust-boot-00119732?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 It’s time Europe reduced its defense reliance on the US, Czech president says

Europe can no longer neglect defense obligations, Czech President Petr Pavel said. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-reduce-defense-reliance-us-nato-czech-president-petr-pavel/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 If the bond markets aren’t scaring you yet, they should be

It's Yield-mageddon in the US, as the post-COVID bill comes in for paying. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/bond-markets-interest-rates-borrowing-costs-inflation-economy-us-eu/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU set to announce Ukraine accession talks by December

Russia's war won't stop Brussels and Kyiv starting talks on Ukraine joining the EU, diplomats say. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-eu-membership-ukraine-accession-talks-december/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU’s wannabe climate chiefs made to sweat as MEPs play tug-of-war

Wopke Hoekstra and Maroš Šefčovič will have to answer more questions to win the Parliament’s approval. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/european-parliament-climate-chief-hearing-wopke-hoekstra-maros-sefcovic/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Biden calls allies amid concerns over support for Ukraine

Several world leaders joined the call Tuesday, according to the White House. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/03/ukraine-war-funding-biden-00119651?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Revealed: Biden and Sunak seek UK/US trade pact before 2024 elections

US proposals leaked to POLITICO cover thorny issues including agriculture, but not market access. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/revealed-joe-biden-rishi-sunak-seek-uk-us-trade-pact-before-2024-elections/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Britain’s Tories are raging against 15-minute cities

Conservatives train their fire on an urban planning concept seized on by conspiracy theorists. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-tory-party-rishi-sunak-conservatives-think-theyre-on-to-a-winner-by-raging-against-15-minute-cities/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU readies payout to Hungary to avoid Ukraine aid blockade

The deal could see Hungary receive around €13 billion in EU funds but it's likely to be opposed in the European Parliament. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-payout-hungary-avoid-ukraine-aid-blockade/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Ukraine accuses Chinese oil and gas firms of sponsoring Russia’s war

Beijing's state companies stand accused of contributing to the Kremlin's war chest. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-accuses-chinese-energy-oil-gas-firms-sponsoring-russia-war/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Spain’s king asks Pedro Sánchez to form government

The Socialist leader needs to secure support from Catalan separatists in order to remain in power. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/spain-election-king-felipe-vi-ask-prime-minister-pedro-sanchez-form-government/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Turkey arrests dozens of suspected Kurdish militants after Ankara suicide bombing

Turkey also carries out air strikes on northern Iraq’s Kurdish region in retaliation. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/turkey-arrest-dozens-alleged-pkk-members-after-bomb-attack-ankara/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 UK tech secretary attacks ‘creeping wokeism’ in scientific research

Michelle Donelan channeled her inner culture warrior and invoked right-wing icon Margaret Thatcher in key speech at Tory conference. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-tech-secretary-michelle-donelan-attacks-creeping-wokeism-in-scientific-research/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Parliament votes through Buch as EU banking cop

Approval clears another obstacle to Spain's Calviño getting unrelated job at the EIB. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/parliament-votes-through-buch-as-eu-banking-cop/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Paris bedbugs ‘hell’: Don’t panic, health chief urges

Invasive creatures swarm public transport in the French capital, raising alarm among residents and public officials. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/french-health-minister-rousseau-reassures-panic-bedbug-invasion-country/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Dutch lawmaker Sophie in ‘t Veld joins Belgian party

In June, in 't Veld quit Dutch liberal party D66 and joined Volt, a federalist movement with parties in all EU countries. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/dutch-lawmaker-sophie-in-t-veld-joins-belgian-party-volt/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 If Putin goes to Armenia he’d be arrested, as lawmakers back ICC entry

Russian president faces one more travel headache after parliamentarians in Yerevan accept International Criminal Court's jurisdiction. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/putin-arrest-armenia-ratifies-rome-statute-despite-pressure-russia-criminal-court/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Rishi Sunak’s rebellious army

The UK prime minister is struggling to keep his mutinous party on course in Manchester. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-uk-elections-manchester-liz-truss-conservative-tory-party-rebellious-army/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Germany bewildered about how to halt the rise of the AfD

The far right’s rise is sending shock waves through the country’s political landscape. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-bewildered-about-how-to-halt-the-rise-of-the-afd/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Sweden’s new normal: Bombs in the suburbs on a weeknight 

Gang members have begun bombing the homes of each other’s families — and everyone feels at risk.  #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/sweden-new-normal-bomb-attacks-suburbs-kristersson-elections-2024/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Ukraine puts on brave face as West goes wobbly

Tremors from America, Poland and Slovakia undercut the message that the West will stick with Kyiv in its war against Russia. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-puts-on-brave-face-as-west-goes-wobbly/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 ‘It’s a survival issue’: Ukraine looks to arm itself as Western support slips

Even as Russian bombs rain down, Kyiv seeks to show that it’s open for business. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/02/ukraine-looks-to-arm-itself-as-western-support-slips-00119528?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Trump blasts judge during first day of $250 million fraud trial

The New York attorney general has accused Trump, his adult sons and his business empire of widespread business fraud. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/02/trump-arrives-civil-fraud-trial-00119452?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 US to send more aid to Ukraine ‘soon’ amid funding concerns, White House says

“If Putin thinks he can outlast us, he’s wrong,” Karine Jean-Pierre said. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/02/ukraine-war-funding-00119496?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Restaurant review: Gallery Resto-Boutique

This Asian restaurant serves a variety of Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese dishes to a local crowd, tourists and VIPs alike. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/brussels-restaurant-review-gallery-resto-boutique/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Tory rising star Kemi Badenoch held secret talks with Rupert Murdoch

A government spokesperson described the failure to publicize the meeting with Murdoch an as “oversight” by officials. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/kemi-badenoch-secret-meeting-rupert-murdoch-united-kingdom-conservatives/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Restaurant review: Le Deuxième Elément

A somewhat pedestrian Thai restaurant a few blocks away from the European Parliament.  #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/restaurant-review-le-deuxieme-element/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Kemi Badenoch woos Tory members with culture war attacks on Labour

Tory rising star has styled herself as an 'anti-woke' politician. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/kemi-badenoch-uk-conservative-labour-culture-war/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU should ban spyware, Russian exiled journalist says

It really violates human rights,' says Meduza editor-in-chief. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-should-ban-spyware-russian-exiled-journalist-says/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Kosovo attack: Who benefits?

Blamed on Serbia, last week’s ambush is especially perplexing — and it’s worth questioning whose interests it serves. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/attack-kosovo-banjska-serbia-aleksandar-vucic-albin-kurti/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Tory conference descends into Brexit punch-up as protester Steve Bray turfed out

Protestor has been barracking MPs for years over their support for Brexit. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/conservative-party-conference-brexit-steve-bray-protest/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Maros Šefčovič hearing: Live updates on new Green Deal chief’s European Parliament grilling

Maroš Šefčovič, the Slovak commissioner nominated to oversee the Green Deal, faces a grilling in the Parliament about his expanded portfolio on Tuesday. Šefčovič — a senior member of Ursula von der Leyen’s college known as a... #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/live-updates-maros-sefcovic-hearing-green-deal-chief-european-parliament/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Trump’s bashing electric cars. He has lots of company in Europe.

The push to move away from the internal combustion engine is becoming an election issue on two continents. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/02/trumps-bashing-electric-cars-europe-00119400?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Scientists who paved way for COVID-19 mRNA vaccines win Nobel prize

Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman were awarded the Nobel prize in medicine for modifying mRNA to be accepted into the body. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/nobel-prize-covid-19-mrna-vaccines-winners-katalin-kariko-drew-weissman-medicine/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU’s Borrell confident that US will continue backing Ukraine

Foreign ministers in Kyiv react to Washington dropping support package for Ukraine. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-top-diplomat-borrell-confident-us-continue-backing-ukraine-kyiv/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Elon Musk mocks Zelenskyy over calls for aid

Ukrainians hit back at SpaceX chief over 'Vein Popping Guy' meme. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/billionaire-elon-musk-mocks-ukraine-president-zelenskyy-asking-aid-with-meme/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Leaked doc shows Biden admin is more worried about Ukraine corruption than it says publicly

A report obtained by POLITICO details specific plans to reform Ukrainian institutions and warns Western support may hinge on cutting corruption. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/02/biden-admin-ukraine-strategy-corruption-00119237?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU foreign ministers arrive in Kyiv to talk weapons

'We are here to express our solidarity,' says top diplomat Josep Borrell. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-foreign-chief-josep-borrell-arrive-ukraine-talk-weapons/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 What single market? Why Romanians get new medicines 2 years after Germans

Not all patients are equal when it comes to treatment with cutting-edge drugs. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/romania-single-market-medicine-drugs-disease-germany-ilness/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Tory conference is a beauty pageant for leadership hopefuls

Aspiring party leaders are on a grassroots charm offensive. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-conservative-party-conference-beauty-pageant-leadership-hopefuls-elections/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Unpacking EU packaging regulations 

The PPWR debate has evolved, but we’re still concerned about the mandating of reusable packaging over recyclable, fiber-based solutions, says cross-sector EU business alliance. #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/unpacking-eu-packaging-regulations/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 New EU packaging rules can only work if they are fair for all

The planned EU rules on packaging have the right aims but the wrong solution. If unchanged, they could lead to more waste, not less. #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/new-eu-packaging-rules-can-only-work-if-they-are-fair-for-all/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Fighting against the USSR didn’t necessarily make you a Nazi

Canada's Hunka scandal is a demonstration of how when history is complicated, it can be a gift to propagandists who exploit the appeal of simplicity. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/fight-against-ussr-nazi-waffen-ss-trooper-yaroslav-hunka-world-war-ii-soviet-union-germany/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 PepsiCo Positive: Faster, better and stronger for the EU Green Deal

Making a difference in more than 200 markets, with 30-plus crops sourced from over 2.8 million hectares in 60 countries, and more than 1 billion interactions with consumers every day. #press

https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/pepsico-positive-faster-better-and-stronger-for-the-eu-green-deal/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 The week … of the Conservative Party conference

Presented by BP. #press

https://www.politico.eu/podcast/the-week-of-the-conservative-party-conference/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Huge but glum: Poland’s opposition puts a million people on the streets

The opposition hopes the massive turnout will change its fortunes going into the October 15 election, but its supporters are tense. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/poland-tusk-million-hearts-civic-coalition-warsaw/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Coalition jockeying revs up in Slovakia after Fico win in Saturday’s vote

Third-place Hlas party could play kingmaker as Smer and Progressive Slovakia eye majority grouping in parliament. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/slovakia-election-prime-minister-robert-fico-smer-hlas-patience-coalition/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Trump goes to trial in New York before a judge who just ruled he’s a fraud

The $250 million civil trial starts Monday — and Trump may be there in person. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/01/trump-civil-trial-new-york-00119297?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Germany backs China’s aid bank despite Canada’s concern

Beijing secures Berlin's backing during a Frankfurt visit by Xi Jinping's top economic aide. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-backs-china-asia-infrastructure-investment-bank-despite-canada-concern-christian-lindner-he-lifeng/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Europe takes climate fight global as carbon border tax goes live

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism enters a trial phase on Sunday. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-climate-fight-global-carbon-border-adjustment-mechanism-cbam-tax/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Russian gas supplies ensured German growth, Merkel adviser says

'It was the consensus in society' to get Russian gas, Lars-Hendrik Röller tells the FT. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-gas-supply-dependency-ensured-germany-growth-angela-merkel-adviser-lars-hendrik-roller/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Shutdown averted: Senate clears stopgap bill with hours to spare

The legislation, which effectively punts the deadline for Congress' various spending fights to Nov. 17, now heads to the president's desk. #press

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2023/09/30/congress/senate-clears-stopgap-hurdle-00119298?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Explosion, gunfire rock Ankara in terrorist attack, Turkish minister says

Attackers targeted security services' headquarters, Turkey's Internal Affairs Minister Ali Yerlikaya said. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/explosion-gunfire-rock-ankara-turkey-terrorist-attack-internal-affairs-minister-ali-yerlikaya/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Britain seeks to train military inside Ukraine, UK defense chief says

'There is an opportunity to bring more things "in country",' Defense Secretary Grant Shapps tells the Sunday Telegraph. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/britain-seeks-to-train-military-inside-ukraine-uk-defense-chief-says/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Wopke Hoekstra hearing: Live updates as incoming EU climate chief faces grilling in European Parliament

Hearing before EU lawmakers will assess if the former Dutch deputy prime minister can take up his seat in the European Commission. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/wopke-hoekstra-hearing-european-parliament-eu-climate-commissioner-frans-timmermans-live-updates/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 US shutdown averted, White House prepares to fight for Ukraine aid

President Biden signed a stopgap funding bill after his administration kept tabs, but did not overly influence, House Democratic votes for the measure. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/30/biden-administration-congress-government-shutdown-deal-ukraine-aid-00119296?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Former PM Fico wins Slovak election

Pro-Russia leftist-populist Smer party tops Western-oriented Progressive Slovakia in Saturday's vote. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/former-pm-fico-wins-slovak-election/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 How to do Britain’s boozy party conferences sober

Conference season can be a minefield for people swerving drunken antics. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-glastonbury-boozy-party-conferences/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 How to dress for success at party conference

As the Tories head to Manchester for their annual conference, getting the right look is a fine art. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/dressing-for-success-britain-party-conferences/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Liberals in lead in Slovakia election, exit poll shows

Progressive Slovakia, led by Michal Šimečka, had 23.5 percent of the vote, ahead of former PM Robert Fico’s Smer with 21.9 percent, exit poll indicates. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/liberals-in-lead-in-slovakia-election-exit-polls-show/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 ‘It’s crazy’: Shutdown caps week from hell for US Congress

Back in the 1990s, as then-Speaker Gingrich put it, Republicans could at least “afford to have five or six people be idiots.” #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/30/congress-dysfunction-government-shutdown-00119206?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Trump co-defendant pleads guilty in Georgia election case

Part of the plea deal for Scott Hall, a bail bondsman who breached election equipment, requires him to testify against other co-defendants. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/29/trump-georgia-plea-deal-bail-bondsman-00119232?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Green champion King Charles appears at odds with Rishi Sunak

Will the monarch be tempted to underline climate differences between himself and his prime minister ahead of COP 28? #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-king-charles-rishi-sunak-divided-over-net-zero/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Athens wants to revamp EU-Turkey migrant deal

Greek interior minister says now is time to 'reenergize, rejuvenate and expand' pact that returns migrants to Turkey. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/athens-wants-to-expand-eu-turkey-migrant-deal/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Don’t let the bedbugs bite! France tackles insect invasion on public transport

Emmanuel Macron's government springs into action as Paris deputy mayor warns 'no one is immune.' #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/insects-bedbugs-france-olympics-public-transport/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 France, Germany pave the way to making weapons in Ukraine

As Western armies' stocks start to dry up, governments encourage the private sector to build partnerships with Kyiv. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/france-germany-ukraine-weapons-manufacturing-war-rheinmetall-guns-tanks-missiles-defense/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 US government quizzes British firms on Chinese investment links

Move comes amid mounting expectation of curbs on British investment into China. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/us-government-survey-british-firms-china-investment-links/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Dianne Feinstein, trail-blazing California senator, dies at 90

The trail-blazing Democratic senator had faced mounting health problems in recent years. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/29/feinstein-dies-at-90-00119040?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Germany, Poland, Czech Republic start task force on illegal immigration

Police in the 3 countries will work together to combat illegal migration and to identify smuggler routes. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-faeser-task-force-border-poland-czech-republic-illegal-immigration-election-hesse/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Door opens for Sánchez as Spanish lawmakers reject Feijóo’s PM bid again

King Felipe VI is now expected to ask the Socialist leader to attempt to form a government. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/spanish-lawmakers-reject-alberto-nunez-feijoo-second-bid-become-pm-election-pedro-sanchez/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 EU extends protections for Ukrainian refugees

The program that gives Ukrainians the instant right to live and work in the EU is prolonged until March 2025. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-extend-protection-ukraine-war-refugees/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Why dengue in Europe could spell disaster for the rest of the world 

Increased investment into previously neglected diseases could see poorer countries left behind. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/why-dengue-in-europe-could-spell-disaster-for-the-rest-of-the-world/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Orbán says EU must answer ‘difficult questions’ before starting Ukraine membership talks

EU leaders are set to decide in December whether to open accession negotiations with Kyiv. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/hungary-viktor-orban-eu-ukraine-membership-war/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 Poland’s government under fire for massaging price data before election

Opposition claims fuel and medicine prices were artificially lowered to ease inflation ahead of the October 15 general election. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/poland-inflation-data-rates-pis-law-and-justice-party-election/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop 

 MEP Maria Arena and her son: A joint passion for cannabis

Belgian lawmaker co-founded medicinal marijuana group without declaring son’s CBD business. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/maria-arena-ugo-lemaire-qatargate-brc-co-cbd-products-cannabis-european-parliament-corruption/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop