Europe – Page 183 – Prologue Journal

In Ukraine, Killings of Unarmed Russians Divide a U.S.-Led Unit

New York Times A German medic said he was so troubled that he confronted his commander. Others boasted about killings in a group chat. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/06/world/europe/ukraine-russia-killings-us.html

Paal Enger, Who Stole Munch’s ‘The Scream,’ Is Dead at 57

New York Times A promising player for a storied Norwegian soccer club, he instead found infamy for stealing one of the world’s most famous artworks. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/arts/paal-enger-dead.html

Andrew Tate Is Allowed to Leave Romania in Latest Court Decision

New York Times The court in Bucharest ruled that Mr. Tate and his brother, who are facing human trafficking and rape charges, must remain in the European Union as they await trial, his lawyer said. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/andrew-tate-romania-human-trafficking-trial.html

France’s Left-Wing New Popular Front Scored Big in Sunday’s Vote. Who Are They?

New York Times Parties on the left were so fractious, they broke up their alliance months ago, but the possibility of a government controlled by the far right drew them back together. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/france-left-new-popular-front.html

Labour Won a U.K. Landslide. Why Doesn’t It Feel Like That?

New York Times Keir Starmer’s party won a huge majority in parliament. But the new prime minister faces a fractious and volatile public. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/uk-election-labour-landslide.html

Count Binface and Elmo Provided a Bit of Comic Relief in Britain’s Elections

New York Times As has long been the tradition in Britain, the elections included various joke candidates who often run against prominent politicians. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/04/world/europe/count-binface-and-elmo-both-good-losers-provided-comic-relief.html

Reform U.K.’s Success Is Latest Sign of Strength for Europe’s Far Right

New York Times The insurgent anti-immigration party led by Nigel Farage secured around 14 percent of the vote in Britain’s general election, though it has won only five parliamentary seats. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/reform-uks-success-is-latest-sign-of-strength-for-europes-far-right.html

Who Is Angela Rayner, Britain’s Deputy Prime Minister?

New York Times While politics in Britain have traditionally been dominated by the country’s elites, Ms. Rayner has taken a less traditional route to the top. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/who-is-angela-rayner-britains-deputy-prime-minister.html

Vatican Excommunicates Its Former Ambassador to the U.S.

New York Times Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, who was informed of his excommunication on Friday, has long been a vocal critic of Pope Francis. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/vatican-excommunication-archbishop-carlo-maria-vigano.html

Who Is David Lammy, Britain’s New Foreign Secretary?

New York Times Mr. Lammy has deep ties to the United States and campaigned for former President Barack Obama. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/who-is-david-lammy-britains-new-foreign-secretary.html