Europe – Page 109 – Prologue Journal

In England, a Changed Nation Hopes for a Change in Soccer Fortunes

New York Times After installing a Labour government for the first time in 14 years, the country is looking to a historical precedent as a presage to a long-awaited sporting success. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/14/world/europe/england-euro24-final-spain.html

Ukraine Is Targeting Crimea, a Critical Base for Russia’s Invasion

New York Times Newly armed with deep-strike missiles, Kyiv is trying to degrade Russian abilities on the peninsula, aiming at airfields, air defenses and logistics hubs. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/13/world/europe/ukraine-russia-crimea.html

This Soccer Player Wanted to Wear Her Hijab on the Field. France Wouldn’t Let Her.

New York Times Lina Boussaha joined a team in Saudi Arabia so she could wear her head scarf while playing the sport she calls “a part of my soul.” https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/13/world/europe/soccer-hijab-france.html

Where Germany’s Immigration Debate Hits Home

New York Times Since the recent killing of a police officer, Mannheim has become the byword for a hard line on deporting those who are denied asylum and commit violent crime. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/13/world/europe/germany-officer-death-immigration.html

How Ukraine’s ‘Irreversible’ Path to NATO May Hinge on U.S. Election

New York Times Hanging over the alliance’s summit in Washington this week was the shadow of the U.S. presidential election, which added a layer of unpredictability to the war and to the future of the bloc. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/world/europe/nato-ukraine-election-trump.html

France Is at a Political Impasse Ahead of 2024 Olympics

New York Times After elections produced a deadlocked Parliament, both left and right are claiming victory, while President Emmanuel Macron insists no one won. It’s a recipe for turmoil. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/world/europe/france-election-politics-olympics.html

A Bleak View of Soccer’s Future Misses the Full Picture

New York Times Uruguay Coach Marcelo Bielsa lamented that the sport was surrendering its appeal in service to its business. He’s right. And also wrong. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/world/europe/euro-2024-copa-america-bielsa.html

UK Approves Early Release for Thousands of Prisoners to Ease Overcrowding

New York Times The Labour government, which took power this past week, said it had been forced into the move because previous Conservative administrations had let the issue fester. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/world/europe/uk-prisons-early-release.html

France’s Army Is Singing for Ukraine

New York Times The Choir of the French Army will join the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra in Paris to show support for Ukraine in its war against Russia. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/arts/music/france-army-choir-ukraine-orchestra.html

How Can Europe Reduce Its Military Dependency on the United States?

New York Times With Washington looking toward China, and the possibility of another Trump presidency, Europe should do more for its own defense. Here are four key areas to watch. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/world/europe/nato-europe-military-russia.html