Banks, military companies and firms selling stolen Ukrainian grain also face penalties as bloc sees opportunity to turn screws on Russia.
Far-right leader Jordan Bardella faces a pivotal moment as a court ruling on Marine Le Pen's legal troubles could anoint him as the National Rally's candidate for the 2027 French presidential election. Despite strong polling, Bardella faces internal party anxiety over his inexperience and potential to alienate core voters.
Pedro Lourtie, head of cabinet to European Council President António Costa, faces the challenge of brokering EU deals amidst diplomatic backchannels and internal rifts. His role involves balancing Brussels' priorities with the needs of 27 capitals, a task complicated by recent revelations of his direct contact with Moscow.
Sweden grapples with escalating gang violence and youth recruitment into organized crime. While the government pushes for tougher penalties, organizations like Fryshuset focus on early intervention, education, and social support as alternative prevention strategies.
Edouard Philippe launched a strong attack on the National Rally at his first major campaign rally in Paris, calling the party unprincipled and opportunistic. He criticized their shifting stances and contrasted Marine Le Pen with Jordan Bardella's free-market views, positioning himself as a responsible conservative candidate to beat political extremes.
Edouard Philippe, a French presidential hopeful, launched a strong attack on the National Rally at his first major campaign rally in Paris. He criticized the far-right party for being unprincipled and opportunistic, highlighting perceived contradictions in their platform.
A POLITICO and Public First poll reveals that far-right parties in Western democracies are increasingly associated with national pride, while patriotism itself remains largely nonpartisan. The findings highlight a challenge for left-leaning parties seeking to reclaim patriotic symbols.
