Ghana has emerged as a leading global voice demanding reparations and debt relief for the transatlantic slave trade, while grappling with historical complicity and the commercialisation of diaspora tourism.
Western Europe is uniting against the Russian threat, building a joint military-industrial system while using Ukraine as a proxy. Meanwhile, the US reduces direct involvement but maintains influence to counter China.
Archbishop Sarah Mullally visited Ghana's Cape Coast castle, a former slave trading post, to express "lament" for the Church of England's role in transatlantic slavery and reaffirmed commitment to a controversial £100m fund for affected communities, amidst calls for greater reparations.
Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, faces the challenge of resetting UK-EU relations amidst domestic priorities and Brexit's economic impact. While initially focused on internal affairs, he may pursue closer European engagement, particularly on security and economic cooperation, potentially shifting Labour's red lines despite Eurosceptic opposition.
One year after the Turnberry trade deal, EU-US trade increased despite tariffs. The EU is meeting investment pledges, while both sides negotiate exemptions. The US is preparing new tariffs on forced labor and overcapacity, potentially continuing trade tensions.
The Global Peace Index reveals a world becoming less peaceful, with AI enabling faster, cheaper, and more lethal warfare. Conflicts are increasing, and military spending is at a record high, with AI predicted to worsen global instability.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended Donald Trump's criticism of the alliance, stating the recent summit in Ankara showed "a huge sense of unity" and secured procurement plans worth tens of billions of dollars, including €70 billion for Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump announced new arms sales to NATO allies and Ukraine, including advanced air defence systems, during a summit in Ankara. He highlighted a planned Patriot missile maintenance facility and a license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot interceptor missiles, signaling a strengthened military partnership.
US President Donald Trump announced new arms sales to Europe, including advanced air defence systems for Ukraine, during the Nato summit in Ankara. He highlighted a planned Patriot missile maintenance facility and stated that American equipment would be a major beneficiary of European military rebuilding.
NATO leaders adopted the 'Ankara Summit Declaration,' reaffirming their commitment to collective defense and the transatlantic alliance. They pledged to increase defense spending and support Ukraine with over 70 trillion won in military aid, while urging Iran to respect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
I capi di Stato e di governo della NATO si sono riuniti ad Ankara per riaffermare l'impegno per la difesa collettiva, sottolineando che un attacco a un membro è un attacco a tutti, come previsto dall'Articolo 5 del Trattato di Washington.
Il presidente turco Erdogan, aprendo il Consiglio Atlantico, ha chiesto agli alleati europei di non intraprendere azioni che indeboliscano la Nato e le relazioni transatlantiche, evitando duplicazioni con l'UE.
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte met with top officials from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea (Indo-Pacific Four) in Ankara. They discussed global issues including Ukraine, China, North Korea, and Iran, agreeing to boost cooperation in defense, cyberspace, and technology.
NATO announced billions in new defense deals, promoting transatlantic industrial cooperation. However, the EU is prioritizing its domestic arms industry, creating a potential conflict over how defense funds are spent and who benefits from rearmament efforts.
Ghana hosted a reparations conference where Caricom presented its 10-point plan, adopting a global framework for reparative justice. A key demand was compensation for gender-based violence against enslaved African women, highlighting historical amnesia and the ongoing legacies of misogynoir.
Il governo italiano ha scelto il silenzio come reazione all'ennesimo attacco di Donald Trump, che ha postato un meme con la premier Meloni. Il vicepremier Tajani ha sottolineato l'importanza delle relazioni transatlantiche, mentre l'opposizione ha criticato l'esecutivo per la sua politica estera.
Italian ministers attempt to manage the diplomatic fallout after Donald Trump shared a meme mocking Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. They emphasize the importance of transatlantic relations over individual remarks.
A recently rediscovered 1798 parish record at Manchester Cathedral details the baptism of Indiana Mundi, a 14-year-old enslaved African girl from Congo. This entry offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Black Mancunians during the Georgian era and may lead to a memorial at the cathedral.
The US's declining accountability, ranking 117th in the Atlas of Impunity, marks the worst transatlantic crisis since WWII. This shift, driven by an 'America First' policy and Europe's own weaknesses, is eroding democratic norms and is now being funded by US democracy funds channeled to European populist movements.
US nonfarm payrolls rose by only 57,000 in June, missing expectations, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 4.2%. Conversely, the Eurozone unemployment rate held steady at a record low 6.2% in May, highlighting diverging labor market trends and central bank policy paths.
France's deputy mayor Audrey Pulvar blamed US air conditioning use for contributing to a heatwave that caused over 1,300 deaths in France, sparking a transatlantic debate with American media, while both regions face extreme temperatures.
The United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary in Brussels on June 28, inviting European allies to acknowledge their intellectual contributions to its founding. Ambassadors Andrew Puzder and Bill White emphasize deep historical, cultural, and economic ties with Europe, Belgium, and the EU, rooted in Enlightenment ideals.
Senegal's national football team is struggling at the World Cup amidst a governance crisis within the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF). The new FSF administration, led by Abdoulaye Fall, faces criticism for mismanagement, including unpaid wages and contract issues for head coach Pape Thiaw, and poor player performance.
Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK (E5) held top-level NATO talks in Berlin, emphasizing transatlantic unity amid US criticism over Iran and Ukraine support, pledging substantial aid to Ukraine against Russian aggression.
