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This Rising Leftist Party Hopes to Turn Back Germany’s Fascist Wave
The leftist Die Linke party won the most votes in Berlin, even as the far right AfD won a state election in the north.
Germany’s Fascist Party Just Won Control of a State Government
The Alternative for Germany party’s victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election is an ominous coup for the far right.
German Far Right Party AfD Wins Regional Election, Thanks Musk for Support
Alternative for Germany won the most votes in the Saxony-Anhalt election but fell short of an absolute majority.
Germany, Italy Block Measure to Suspend EU’s Trade Relationship With Israel
“Europe’s credibility is at stake,” said Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares of the measure.
Close Political Ties to Trump Are Becoming Increasingly Toxic in Europe
Even far-right governments like Italy’s find it more difficult to show Trump support, scholar Nathalie Tocci says.
European Progressives Have Chance to Turn Far Right Losses Into Long-Term Defeat
While the far right remains a formidable electoral threat, progressive coalitions are starting to push back.
German President Says Trump’s War on Iran Should Cause Permanent Rupture With US
The president’s remarks were a departure from Germany’s policies supporting the US in the war.
Europe Offers Little Hope for People in Iran Trying to Flee US and Israeli Bombs
The growth of far right parties like Nigel Farage’s Reform may further keep refugees from reaching European shores.
Growing Tensions With US Could Lead Europe Deeper Into Nuclear Proliferation
The US controls nuclear weapons in five NATO countries, but Europe may choose a new path amid strained relations.
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Are Leading the US and EU Into Industrial Decline
We must reject the argument that climate protection is a burden on the economy, says energy expert Hans-Josef Fell.