Leaked texts reveal how Russian spies recruit, pressure and run their informants – POLITICO
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How Viktor Orbán became Putin’s best friend in the EU – POLITICO
Metamorphosis Molnár, now an academic and a slam poetry champion, highlights an unremitting drive for success in his college-mate. Over lunch in an old-fashioned Hungarian bistro near the U.S. embassy in Budapest’s historic fifth district, the 62-year-old chose his words carefully, plucking out the adjective “diligent” to describe the young Orbán’s determination, capacity for hard […]
Continue ReadingHow the EU’s lure for new members switched focus – POLITICO
“EU membership has always offered stability and prosperity for European nations,” European Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos told POLITICO. “Now we see that those outside of the EU are increasingly aware that, in a world of competing influences, a seat at the table in the EU also offers increased security and protection.” Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion […]
Continue ReadingTwo cross-border drones crash in Finland – POLITICO
The drones crashed near the city of Kouvola, about 200 kilometers northeast of Helsinki, the ministry said, adding that the Finnish Defence Forces are investigating the incident together with other authorities. Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo told Finnish state broadcaster Yle that the drones likely came from Ukraine, which has been conducting attacks on Russian […]
Continue ReadingRussia mapping US assets to help Iran, Zelenskyy says – POLITICO
Moscow has also taken satellite photographs of a U.S.-U.K. joint military facility in the Indian Ocean, as well as Kuwait International Airport and parts of the infrastructure of the Greater Burgan oil field, Zelenskyy wrote, citing a daily intelligence update. Russia also shared pictures of several bases and oilfields in Turkey and Qatar, he added. […]
Continue ReadingCountries sidestep WTO deadlock to implement e-commerce deal – POLITICO
“Today, ministers decided to, let’s just move on,” South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo told POLITICO. “Don’t wait until everybody agrees on everything. Because time is of the essence.” Han-koo labeled it a “practical approach,” under which “when the time comes more members join … and consensus is formed to integrate this into the WTO.” […]
Continue ReadingUkraine deepens Gulf security ties as Kyiv exports air defense expertise – POLITICO
The statement comes after Ukraine signed a defense cooperation pact with Saudi Arabia on Friday, during Zelenskyy’s two-day visit to Riyadh. That accord, Zelenskyy said, “lays the foundation for future contracts, technological cooperation, and investment. It also strengthens Ukraine’s international role as a security donor.” The outreach reflects Kyiv’s broader push to leverage its battlefield […]
Continue ReadingIran strikes US base in Saudi Arabia; Yemen’s Houthis join the war – POLITICO
The attacks mark one of the most direct escalations against American forces since hostilities erupted late last month, underscoring the growing risk of a broader regional confrontation. Washington is sending additional forces into the region, while European capitals are stepping up efforts to contain the economic and security fallout. At the same time, Israel is […]
Continue ReadingOrbán’s spies were hunting me, says Hungarian journalist accused of espionage – POLITICO
“That’s when they grabbed all the material they had on me, edited it, spun it around and published it as a sort of kompromat,” Panyi said, referring to a Russian term for compromising material. Szijjártó has acknowledged speaking with Russian counterparts before and after EU meetings, following reporting by The Washington Post that he gave […]
Continue ReadingFrance to spend €70M on fuel subsidies for farmers, trucks and fishermen in April – POLITICO
PARIS — The French government will spend €70 million to subsidize the price of fuel for farmers, logistics companies and fishermen from April 1 until the end of the month. “We have built a response at the national level which is gradual, targeted, sector-specific and limited to the month of April,” Economy and Finance Minister […]
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