Europe – Page 286 – Prologue Journal

Monday Briefing

New York Times After Iran’s attack, Israel weighs its options. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/15/briefing/israel-iran-attack-trump-trial.html

Far Right’s Ties to Russia Sow Rising Alarm in Germany

New York Times As cases proliferate, opponents fear the Alternative for Germany party is becoming a tool of Russian influence operations to undermine support for Ukraine. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/15/world/europe/germany-afd-russia.html

‘Sunset Boulevard,’ Heading to Broadway, Wins Big at Olivier Awards

New York Times The musical, which stars Nicole Scherzinger, won seven awards at Britain’s version of the Tonys. And Sarah Snook won best actress for “The Picture of Dorian Gray.” https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/theater/olivier-award-winners-sunset-boulevard.html

Prince Harry Hits the Polo Field in Front of Netflix Cameras

New York Times The Duke of Sussex competed in a match in South Florida on Friday, a day after the announcement that he will be working on a new polo-related Netflix project. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/style/prince-harry-polo-netflix-meghan-markle.html

Strikes on Israel Open a Dangerous New Chapter for Old Rivals

New York Times Key questions remained after Iran’s attack, including whether Tehran will feel it must strike again and whether Israel will choose to escalate further, analysts said. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/world/europe/israel-response-iran-attack.html

Israel Used Iron Dome and Arrow 3 Systems to Block Attack

New York Times Israel’s Iron Dome defense system intercepts rockets that fly in high arcs, while its Arrow 3 system can stop ballistic missiles outside the atmosphere. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/world/europe/israel-iron-dome-defense.html

Cadolle’s Corsets Can Cost Thousands. Brands Like Dior and Margiela Are Fans.

New York Times Cadolle, a maker of corsets favored by designers like John Galliano and labels like Dior, is known for custom underpinnings that can cost thousands of dollars. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/style/corsets-cadolle-designer.html

Milan Design Week Highlights Housing Solutions

New York Times A collective called Dopo addresses the problem of high housing prices during Design Week and beyond. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/arts/design/milan-design-week-housing.html

For Many Western Allies, Sending Weapons to Israel Gets Dicey

New York Times As civilian casualties in Gaza spiral, some nations are suspending sales amid accusations of abetting genocide and war crimes. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/13/world/europe/israel-weapons-sales-genocide.html

Cable Car Accident in Antalya, Turkey, Drops Passengers Onto Mountain

New York Times Scores of people were stranded, some for as long as 19 hours, after an accident on a rocky hillside above the city of Antalya. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/13/world/europe/cable-car-accident-turkey.html