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Meanwhile in Europe

Meanwhile in Europe

Overwhelmed by the European news cycle? Meanwhile in Europe is your daily antidote. In just a few minutes each weekday, we cut through the noise to bring you the essential headlines shaping the continent. Then, join us on the weekend for a deep dive into the one story you won"t want to miss. Stay informed, understand the context, and never miss a beat.

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00:10:38

October 2, 2025: Germany blocks Drone Wall and...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/10/02

It's October 2, 2025. Today, the opening of the two-day European Political Community (EPC) and Informal EU Council (EUCO) meetings in Copenhagen was characterized by significant deadlock and division among leaders. Despite the summits being billed as defining moments, participants achieved little in the way of concrete breakthroughs. Several major proposals championed by EU leadership were rejected or stalled, including the plan for a defensive European "drone wall," which was blocked

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00:15:45

October 1, 2025: EU Gathers in Copenhagen Talking...

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2025/10/01

The political focus across Europe on October 1, 2025, is heavily concentrated on the informal EU summit in Copenhagen, characterized by a “gravity rare” for such meetings, where leaders are set to discuss missiles and fighter jets instead of typical topics like competition and commerce. A central concern is European defense capability, spurred by recent incursions of Russian drones into Polish airspace. Discussions include the potential creation of a “mur de drones” (drone wall) and other flagship

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00:12:24

September 30, 2025: VDL Buys Time at Commission,...

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2025/09/30

September 30, 2025.In Brussels, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (VDL) received a temporary reprieve as the centrist Socialists and Democrats (S&D) and Renew groups confirmed they will not support the upcoming two votes of no-confidence in the European Parliament. This folding on the censure motions is primarily a strategic, temporary truce, as the allied groups seek to pressure VDL to grant concessions during negotiations over the Commission’s 2026 work program. Although frustratingly,

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00:13:44

September 29, 2025: Moldova's Pro-EU Victory, Merz...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/29

Moldova’s Pro-EU Dream Survives: We analyze how Moldova’s pro-Western government, led by President Maia Sandu's Party of Action and Solidarity, secured a decisive electoral victory despite widespread Russian interference, including over 700 detected influence operations, hoax bomb threats, and disinformation campaigns aimed at discrediting Sandu. With Chișinău choosing the EU again, Brussels must now address its enlargement headaches. We look at creative plans being hatched by European Council

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00:21:50

Weekend Read: New Climate Change Survey Reports 84%...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/27

In this weekend read we delve into the perception of climate change across the European Union, focusing on the extent to which EU respondents agree with the statement that climate change is caused by human activity. Overall, the data shows strong consensus, with 84% of respondents in the EU27 stating they 'Agree' with this statement. We analyze how this crucial perspective differs across various socio-professional categories and demographic groups. For example, agreement levels are highest

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00:13:29

September 26, 2025: Dock Strikes Against Israel &...

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2025/09/26

This week, Europe grapples with escalating geopolitical fallout, focusing on both the Middle East and Ukraine. The spotlight falls on the Mediterranean ports, where dockworkers are uniting in Genoa starting today to plot industrial action aimed at blocking weapons shipments to Israel that could be used in Gaza. This effort, which unites labor organizers across Spain, France, Greece, Cyprus, Morocco, and Germany, could potentially expand into a wider trade blockade of all Israeli goods. Meanwhile,

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00:16:31

September 25, 2025: Sarkozy’s Corruption Verdict,...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/25

On this September 25th, the political fate of leaders and governments hangs in the balance across Europe's capitals.In Paris, a French court is set to deliver its potentially historic verdict in the corruption trial of former President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is prosecuted for charges including "corruption passive" and "financement illégal de campagne électorale". Simultaneously, the spotlight is on the German Bundestag for the critical Richterwahl (judge election), a

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00:12:16

September 24, 2025: U.S. Ukraine Support Clashes With...

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2025/09/24

September 24, 2025: We analyze the highly contradictory foreign policy stance of U.S. President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly (UNGA). In a major surprise, Trump issued his "first unequivocal public expression of support for Ukraine," posting that Kyiv is "in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back" and urging them to "act". This shift, which called Russia a "'paper tiger'" and was welcomed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a "gamechanger", followed private discussions

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00:11:51

September 23, 2025: Macron's Palestine move defies...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/23

Welcome to the Meanwhile in Europe Podcast. Today is september 23, 2025. French President Emmanuel Macron formally recognized the state of Palestine at the U.N., a step taken by a majority of EU members, including France, Spain, and Ireland. The move drew criticism from the White House, which reiterated Donald Trump’s belief that recognizing Palestine was "a reward to Hamas". Separately, tensions between NATO and Russia escalated as Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that

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00:11:52

September 22, 2025: Macron’s Palestine Shockwave;...

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2025/09/22

**September 22, 2025:****MACRON FORCES GLOBAL SHOWDOWN AT UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY WITH PALESTINE STATEHOOD PUSH:** French President Emmanuel Macron claims the diplomatic spotlight at the 80th UNGA session in New York with his initiative to recognize a Palestinian state. Macron, seeking a global stage amid domestic political troubles, will formalize the recognition during a conference on a two-state solution co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia.**WESTERN ALLIES SHIFT POLICY: UK, CANADA, AUSTRALIA, AND

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00:35:19

The Weekend Read: The EU's Surprise 150 Page Reminder...

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2025/09/21

This weekend, The Weekend Read dives into a comprehensive 150-page study from the European Parliament's History Service.The document revisits the period between March 1985 and December 1991 and uses previously untapped archival sources to detail the European Parliament's (EP) positions and policies during the reform and collapse of the Soviet Union.Why revisit this history now? Join us on this weekend's episode of the Weekend Read.European Parliament: Directorate-General for

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00:12:22

September 19, 2025: The Sanctions Blitz: Russia's...

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2025/09/19

September 19, 2025

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00:14:05

September 18, 2025: Russia Challenges Polish...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/18

This episode dives deep into The Russia Test," exploring how 19 Russian drones invading Polish airspace highlighted growing divisions within the EU. We unpack the delayed 19th EU sanctions package, noting how Trump's demands and Europe's energy reliance on Russia complicate firm responses, with EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas stating, "Russia is testing the West". Join us as Donald Trump’s controversial UK state visit unfolds—from royal banquets and poetic speeches at Windsor Castle where he likened the

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00:14:46

September 17, 2025: EU sanctions on Israel spark...

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2025/09/17

September 17, 2025, and Europe grapples with a maelstrom of political and humanitarian crises. The European Commission is making its most significant move yet, proposing an unprecedented package of **sanctions against Israel** over its war on Gaza, a move that is already sparking **fierce debate and division** among EU member states and allies. Simultaneously, **Donald Trump's state visit to the UK** unfolds amidst a backdrop of lavish royal **pageantry and widespread public protests**. While King

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00:13:13

September 16, 2025: Gaza offensive escalates; EU...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/16

On September 16, 2025, the international stage is fraught with escalating conflict and political maneuvering. Israel has launched a ground offensive on Gaza City following massive airstrikes, with the Defense Minister stating "Gaza is burning". Simultaneously, the EU's 19th sanctions package against Russia faces an indefinite delay caught in a web of internal disagreements and external pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who is demanding an end to Russian oil imports and pushing for tariffs

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00:24:13

September 15, 2025: Russian drones over Romania test...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/15

September 15, 2025. Tensions are high as Russian drone incursions into Romanian airspace are condemned as a "reckless escalation," testing NATO's air defenses and highlighting urgent needs for stronger military capabilities. The EU tightens its grip on Moscow with a new round of Russia sanctions and debates a "legally creative" plan to utilize frozen Russian state assets for Ukraine's aid.In Germany, the "Schwarz-Rot" (CDU/SPD) coalition breathes a cautious sigh

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01:01:26

Weekend Read: The EU's Bold New Anti-Poverty Strategy

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/13

Welcome to the Weekend Read.Today we're discussing another EU document, hot off the presses, titled "Towards a new EU anti-poverty strategy." It serves to inform the European Committee of the Regions' (CoR) opinion on the upcoming EU Anti-Poverty Strategy, which was announced by the European Commission in July 2024 and is slated for presentation in early 2026. The study aims to thoroughly analyze the current poverty situation across the EU, including statistics disaggregated at the

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00:10:35

September 12, 2025: Europe's Defense Gap, UK...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/12

September 12, 2025. NATO's critical defense gaps exposed by inexpensive Russian drones, the UK government's turmoil following Ambassador Mandelson's sacking, and France's political reorganization under Prime Minister Lecornu ahead of a crucial Fitch rating announcement. We also cover Germany's domestic focus sidelining UN diplomacy, EU President Ursula von der Leyen's clash with carmakers over combustion engine bans and push for Israel sanctions, the controversy surrounding

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00:16:43

September 11, 2025: Von der Leyen Tries to Unite EU...

Meanwhile in Europe ·

2025/09/11

September 11, 2025, Europe and the world are gripped by profound instability. Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union address, intended to unify a fragile EU coalition instead ignited a firestorm. Her dramatic policy pledges, including the vow to eliminate poverty by 2050 and a housebuilding package, were overshadowed by a bombshell announcement: proposed sanctions against key Israeli government figures and a partial suspension of trade ties due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This

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00:15:24

September 10, 2025: SOTEU Confronts Crises: Poland's...

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025, Europe is on edge as Ursula von der Leyen prepares to deliver her annual State of the Union (SOTEU) address to the European Parliament. This year, the stakes are significantly higher due to escalating security and foreign policy crises. Overnight, Poland's military scrambled fighter jets and shot down Russian drones that crossed into its airspace from Ukraine, marking a potentially dangerous escalation of Europe's conflict with Moscow, with Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirming a

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