Europe

For the boss of a military alliance dedicated to mutual security, NATO chief Mark Rutte seemed unperturbed by one member's...

The European (non?) discount

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.This article...

How Russia tries to turn desperate Ukrainians into traitors

BBCSvitlana's husband was captured by the RussiansSvitlana says she never considered betraying her country, "not for a second.""My husband would've...

A fabric-fringed design tour of Paris

The city-wide celebration of design takes place from 15 to 18 January. Here’s where to go for inspiration and new...

Pressure mounts on US oil services group SLB to exit Russia operations

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Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents

Spain is planning to impose a tax of up to 100% on properties bought by non-residents from countries outside the...

Reeves steps up pressure on UK regulators to scrap anti-growth rules

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Chancellor Rachel...

US and EU companies paid $3.5bn in Russian tax on profits in 2023

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Trump’s 5% NATO demand too costly, Scholz says – DW – 01/13/2025

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has dismissed demands from US President-elect Donald Trump that Germany and other NATO allies increase defense...

The carcass of a water buffalo is being removed by a tractor at a farm in Hoppegarten near Berlin, northeastern Germany

Foot-and-mouth outbreak in Germany forces meat and dairy export ban