Europe – Page 136 – Prologue Journal

In North Macedonia, Disputes Over History Extend to Statues

New York Times North Macedonia has claimed historical figures as part of a drive to build a national identity. That has ruffled the feathers of the Balkan nation’s neighbors. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/19/world/europe/north-macedonia-history-statues.html

Tom Cole, House GOP Spending Chief, Defeats Challenger in Oklahoma Primary

New York Times The veteran Republican faced a right-wing challenger who sought to make his powerful post on the committee that controls federal spending into a political liability. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/world/europe/tom-cole-primary-oklahoma-bondar.html

Euro 2024: Georgia Falls to Turkey in Thrilling Debut

New York Times The opposition in Georgia accused the government of cozying up to Russia. Can playing in the Euros make the nation feel more like a part of Europe? https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/world/europe/georgia-euro-2024.html

The Sisters Who Turned a Sondheim Flop Into a Tony Winner

New York Times Maria and Sonia Friedman discussed their long history with “Merrily We Roll Along,” after a bittersweet Tony Awards. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/theater/maria-sonia-friedman-merrily.html

Putin Will Head to North Korea as Ukraine War Redefines Ties With Kim

New York Times President Vladimir V. Putin’s military needs have prompted the Kremlin to strengthen ties with the authoritarian government of Kim Jong-un, which is well stocked in munitions. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/world/europe/putin-north-korea-kim.html

How to Make Thrilling Theater About Climate Change Negotiations

New York Times A new play from the writers of “The Jungle” dramatizes the 1997 Kyoto Protocol, a landmark climate agreement preceded by years of arguments over its wording. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/theater/kyoto-royal-shakespeare-company.html

In Ukraine, Narrowing Press Freedoms Cause Growing Concern

New York Times Journalists say they are subject to increasing restrictions and pressure from the government of President Volodymyr Zelensky, adding that the measures go beyond wartime security needs. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/world/europe/ukraine-press-freedom.html

Biking Through Southern France, and History

New York Times The Canal du Midi traverses the Occitanie region and gives cyclists of all skill levels access to parts of France that are rich in lore, yet sometimes passed over by visitors. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/travel/biking-france-canal-du-midi.html

Tuesday Briefing

New York Times Israel’s prime minister dissolved his war cabinet. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/briefing/israel-cabinet-putin-north-korea.html

What Weapons Is North Korea Accused of Supplying to Russia?

New York Times Moscow needs conventional arms like artillery shells and missiles that North Korea could provide to give it an edge in its war of attrition in Ukraine. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/world/europe/russia-north-korea-weapons-ukraine.html