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Europe scrambles to boost defence as US wavers on Ukraine support

The EU is urging member states to ramp up arms production – including air defence, missiles, and at least 1.5 million artillery shells – as European leaders contend with Washington's shifting stance on Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 17, 2025

‘Allo ‘Allo! Europe’s leaders get together dans Paris for emergency sommet

Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer and others discuss Trump, Russia and Ukraine at hastily arranged conference

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2025

Europe split over Starmer pledge to send troops to Ukraine

The division became clear as European leaders attended an emergency summit on Ukraine in Paris, where allies scrambled for a strategy in response to Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Putin

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

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Europe tries to shore up fragile unity as it realises it cannot rely on US

Leaders attend Paris summit for urgent talks on Ukraine after week that showed how far values have diverged

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2025

Europe left scrambling in face of wavering US security guarantees

European leaders are scrambling to respond to what looks like the end of reliable US protection of the continent. It is unclear what the “main European countries” (which includes the UK) might be able to agree at a hastily convened meeting in Paris on Monday February 17. But individual countries,…

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2025

UK should be cautious after change in US policy over Ukraine, think tank says

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said European nations need to spend 5% of GDP on defence and would be responsible for peacekeeping in Ukraine.

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2025

We're investigating Scotland's energy scandal as the McCrone Report turns 51

It's 51 years since the McCrone Report detailed Scotland's incredible oil wealth – yet Scotland has some of the highest energy bills in Europe ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 17, 2025

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PM says Europe must ‘step up capability’ as he attends Ukraine talks in Paris

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

Defence stocks boost European markets amid emergency talks over Ukraine war

BAE Systems, which makes weapons, military vehicles and aircraft, saw its share price jump by about 9% on Monday.

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2025

‘We will last six months’ if Trump pulls US military aid from Ukraine

Trump’s recent statements and planned meeting with Putin raise fresh uncertainty about Washington’s support.

Al Jazeera · Feb 17, 2025

Why are Tesla sales down? Elon Musk's politics may be to blame

The EV firm’s sales are down in many parts of Europe, while rivals are chipping away at its market share in the company’s native US

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2025

Voices: Independent readers criticise Donald Trump’s ‘short-term’ and ‘simplistic’ plan for peace in Ukraine

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: Trump's plan to talk directly with Putin to end the Ukraine war was slammed as risky for Ukraine's independence and Europe's safety, while a few supporters saw it as a fast fix

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

Failing economy, rising far right and Ukraine war define Germany's divisive elections

Germany is entering its final week of campaigning ahead of nationwide elections on 23 February amid economic turmoil, political uncertainty, and growing concerns over its place in the global order.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 17, 2025

What might a European military force in Ukraine look like?

How could European countries provide security guarantees in the event that a peace deal with Russia is reached

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2025

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Al Jazeera · Feb 17, 2025

Which countries are the top military spenders and where does Europe rank?

The US, the world’s largest military spender, allocates $880bn to defence – more than the next eight countries combined.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

Every European flight route Ryanair will cut in 2025

The airline is hitting back at European governments for high aviation fees by reducing its flight roster

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Paris for Ukraine talks with European leaders

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2025

Deeply religious African countries (surprisingly) provide little state support to religion – unlike countries in Europe

In most of the world, countries with religious populations are more likely to have governments that support religion through laws and policies. These laws might include religious education, funding for religious institutions, and laws based on religious values. Not so in sub-Saharan Africa.

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European Leaders To Hold Emergency Talks On Ukraine Crisis

European leaders prepare for emergency talks in Paris on Ukraine conflict, while US-Russia discussions take place in Saudi Arabia.

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2025

Scottish Secretary ‘very comfortable’ with sending troops to Ukraine

The Prime Minister announced on Monday he would be open to a peacekeeping force being deployed to uphold any agreement between Ukraine and Russia.

The Fashion Central · Feb 17, 2025

Keir Starmer Heads to US for High-Stakes Showdown with Donald Trump

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump next week, marking what could be the first official meeting between a European

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2025

Europe at ‘turning point’ as leaders meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine crisis

Ursula von der Leyen urges ‘emergency mindset’ in response to US decision to enter bilateral talks with Russia

FourFourTwo · Feb 17, 2025

Neymar in talks to shockingly cut Santos homecoming short: report

Brazil forward Neymar returned to his boyhood club last month, but could soon be on his way back to Europe

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2025

High profile London billboard sites sold by TfL in £80 million deal

The 99-year lease agreement covers ad sites on some of Europe’s busiest roads

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2025

Ukraine will not accept a Saudi-talks peace deal, says Zelenskyy

EU and Ukraine have been excluded from high-stakes negotiations between top Russian and US officials

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