Europe – Page 459 – Prologue Journal

Russia Charges Former U.S. Consulate Employee for Collecting Information About the War

New York Times Robert Shonov, a Russian national, faces up to eight years in prison. The U.S. has said the allegations against him are “wholly without merit.” https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/28/world/europe/russia-us-consulate-shonov.html

What Would More Sanctions on Russian Diamonds Really Do?

New York Times The Group of 7 and the European Union are expected to issue new rules in an effort to slow the flow of revenue into the Kremlin’s war chest. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/28/fashion/russia-diamond-sanctions.html

How Mathieu Belezi’s Novel About Algeria Became a Best Seller

New York Times Mathieu Belezi has been fascinated by the history of colonial Algeria for years. Acclaim finally came with his latest book, a sign of changing times. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/28/books/france-algeria-mathieu-belezi.html

Monday Briefing

New York Times The future of the Wagner private military company. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/28/briefing/wagner-zimbabwe-elections-egypt.html

Hailstorm in Germany Rips Through a Town, Damaging Buildings and Cars

New York Times An estimated 80 percent of buildings were damaged during a hailstorm in Bad Bayersoien, Germany. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/world/europe/hailstorm-damage-germany-bavaria.html

Japan Will Launch XRISM Telescope and SLIM Moon Lander: How to Watch

New York Times The telescope will help astronomers study some of the most energetic places in the cosmos, while the lunar mission will aid the development of Japanese landing technologies. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/science/japan-space-launch-xrism-slim.html

With Prigozhin Dead, Russia’s Wagner Faces an Uncertain Future

New York Times It could be hard for the Kremlin to find a way to neutralize the mercenary group after Yevgeny Prigozhin’s death while retaining its fighting power and geopolitical links. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/world/europe/russia-wagner-prigozhin-future.html

After Prigozhin’s Death, Mourners Gather at Wagner Memorial in Moscow

New York Times Hundreds of people have placed flowers and other tributes on a sidewalk near Red Square in Moscow. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/world/europe/prigozhin-wagner-memorial-russia.html

Claude Ruiz-Picasso, Who Ran His Artist Father’s Estate, Dies at 76

New York Times He took charge of the estate after he and his sister Paloma successfully sued in court to be recognized as Pablo Picasso’ s legitimate heirs. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/arts/claude-ruiz-picasso-dead.html

Spanish Soccer Chief Finds His Defenders Backing Away

New York Times Luis Rubiales was widely condemned for kissing a player after the Spanish women’s team won the World Cup, but retained a few public supporters. Many now appear to be reconsidering. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/world/europe/spain-luis-rubiales.html