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Bordeaux Burns as Europe’s Fires Escalate

Wildfires advancing towards Bordeaux show that Europe's climate threat is no longer confined to remote forests or its traditionally hottest southern regions.

Europe’s Rivers Run Dry as Cities Ration Water

From Dublin's first nationwide hosepipe ban and Italy's shrinking Po River, drought is reordering ordinary daily life this summer.

Gibraltar Border Opens, but the Real Test Starts Now

The new Gibraltar treaty removes a border that had become economically absurd, but its real success will depend on whether Britain, Spain and the EU can turn symbolic relief into durable trust.

Attal Uses Clavicular to Redefine His Political Brand

When a presidential candidate attacks an American streamer for mocking France, the influencer arena stops being parallel to politics and starts becoming part of it.

Trump Targets Spain and Picks His Hardest NATO Fight

Trump's trade threat against Spain will not stop ships tomorrow, but it has already moved bond markets, rattled exporters and turned a diplomatic row into a priced business risk.

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Germany Joins France in the Gulf’s Widening Orbit

Germany's courtship of Abu Dhabi follows Paris's trailblazing, confirming how Europe treats the Emirates as an indispensable partner

Merz Projects Strength Abroad as His Authority Falters at Home

A chancellor can host foreign leaders and sign investment deals right up until the moment voters at home stop believing he has a plan.

Jordan Valley: The Middle East’s New Fault Line

Iran's missiles strike Jordan, Europe's sanctions hit Israeli settlements, and London's oldest allies learn how quickly loyalty frays under diplomatic pressure.

Sweden’s Growth Pitch Runs Into a Wealth Revolt

As Sweden rehearses burying its war dead, Kristersson's growth pitch competes for voters' trust before Sunday's election and a billionaire's exit .

Venice Festival Turns Screens into Political Battlegrounds

Cultural festivals now face demands for political alignment that test how far artistic freedom can stretch.