By Pierre Lefevre
Paris-based political reporter. Bylines from Paris, Rome and Madrid. Closely follows elections and coalition politics.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on French Wine Over Digital Tax Ahead of G7
Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine and champagne unless France abolishes its digital services tax. The levy targets revenues of majo
G7 Leaders Converge on Évian After US-Iran Framework Deal
US President Trump claims a framework deal with Iran is imminent as G7 leaders arrive in Évian. The summit agenda includes Ukraine, AI regul
Cocaine Use Surges in Spanish Cities, New Wastewater Data Shows
Spanish cities lead Europe in cocaine wastewater residues, with Barcelona and Lleida seeing the steepest increases. Denmark and Slovenia als
G7 Summit in Évian: Geopolitics, Trade, and AI Dominate as Ukraine Talks Advance
The G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains opens with a US-Iran peace deal and discussions on Chinese trade imbalances. Ukraine and Moldova formally b
Geneva Clashes as 20,000 Protest G7 Summit in Évian
On 14 June, a demonstration of 20,000 people in Geneva turned violent near the UN district, with clashes breaking out as protesters opposed
Russian Missiles Kill Nine in Ukraine, Set Historic Kyiv Cathedral Ablaze
Russian missiles hit Kyiv and Kharkiv overnight, killing nine and setting the historic Dormition Cathedral on fire. The attacks underscore t
Geneva Sees 20,000 Protest G7 Summit as Leaders Gather in Évian
Around 20,000 demonstrators marched in Geneva on Sunday, with clashes erupting near the UN headquarters. The G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, F
Bundeswehr Showcases Modern Capabilities and Recruitment at Berlin ILA 2026
The Bundeswehr is the largest exhibitor at ILA 2026 in Berlin, showcasing modern systems like the P-8A Poseidon and drones. Colonel Kristof
Russian Opposition in Exile Elects Yashin Amid Fears of Authoritarian Drift
Ilya Yashin won 60% of delegate votes to lead the new Russian opposition party Peaceful Russia at a Berlin congress. Allies express concern
Romanian President Dan Taps Liberal Adrian Vestea as PM After Tomac Withdraws
Romanian President Nicusor Dan has nominated Adrian Vestea, a Liberal Party figure, as prime minister after Eugen Tomac withdrew. The move c
UK Forces Board Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in English Channel Operation
Royal Marine Commandos and NCA officers boarded the Russian vessel Smyrtos in a six-hour operation. The ship is part of Moscow's shadow flee
Trump Claims US-Iran Deal Imminent Ahead of G7 Summit in Évian
US President Donald Trump announced a potential peace deal with Iran could be finalized on Sunday, reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's fo