Europe – Page 443 – Prologue Journal

Kim-Putin Summit Highlights How Ukraine War Drives Russian Foreign Policy

New York Times The backdrop of the war has made North Korea more relevant than in years past for Russia, despite the North’s history as an impoverished, sometimes troublesome partner. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/13/world/europe/putin-kim-summit-analysis.html

Wednesday Briefing

New York Times The toll of flooding in Libya. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/13/briefing/libya-flooding-putin-trump.html

Explosions Rock Area Near Russian Naval Facilities in Crimea

New York Times Officials in the Russian-occupied peninsula said dozens were injured near a Russian shipyard. The area hosts naval operations that are key to Moscow’s war efforts in Ukraine. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/sevastopol-explosion-black-sea-ukraine.html

After the Earthquake in Morocco, Tourists Grapple With the Ethics of Travel

New York Times Last week’s disaster raises questions that also emerged in Maui, Greece and other hard-hit places. Is the presence of tourists a hindrance? Or can visitors, and the revenue they bring in, help? https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/travel/tourism-morocco-maui.html

Kim-Putin Meeting Nears, but Where?

New York Times Russian reports said the North Korean leader had crossed the border by train on Tuesday morning, but his destination was unclear. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/north-koreas-leader-heads-to-russia-as-nations-seek-closer-military-ties.html

Putin, Citing Trump ‘Persecution,’ Wades Back Into U.S. Politics

New York Times The Russian leader, whose government meddled in the American presidential election won by Donald J. Trump, also offered words of praise for Elon Musk. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/putin-trump-musk.html

BP’s Chief, Bernard Looney, Resigns Over Relationships

New York Times Mr. Looney, a longtime BP employee who was named chief executive in 2020, agreed to step down immediately, the board said. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/business/energy-environment/bp-bernard-looney-resign.html

Venice to Charge Entry Fee for Tourists on Busy Days

New York Times The City Council passed an experimental plan to charge €5, in an effort to trim the footfall at a very popular but equally fragile place. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/venice-tourist-fee-italy.html

Who is the king of Morocco?

New York Times The monarchy is revered and nearly all powerful in Morocco. But details about the lives and actions of the king, his family and his entourage remain mysterious and subject to speculation. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/morocco-earthquake-king-mohammed-vi.html

A fight is playing out on three continents for control of Prigozhin’s sprawling interests.

New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/a-fight-is-playing-out-on-three-continents-for-control-of-prigozhins-sprawling-interests.html