Europe – Page 46 – Prologue Journal

Nigel Farage’s Anti-Immigration Party Has Big Plans. Can It See Them Through?

New York Times Nigel Farage, a Trump ally and Brexit champion, thinks his Reform U.K. party can become a major political force. At a conference on Friday, he will explain how. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/20/world/europe/nigel-farage-reform-uk-conference.html

Europe’s New Defense Chief: ‘A King Without a Kingdom’?

New York Times The European Union has vowed to enhance its military capability. But money is scarce, responsibilities overlap and the new job is less about soldiers than arms manufacturers. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/20/world/europe/defense-commissioner-military-ukraine-russia.html

Europe’s New Defense Chief: ‘A King Without a Kingdom’?

In War-Torn Ukraine, a Manicure Can Be Its Own Kind of Protest

New York Times A Times journalist reported on scores of Ukrainian women who find solace in salons. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/insider/in-war-torn-ukraine-a-manicure-can-be-its-own-kind-of-protest.html

Ukraine Says Russia Hits Nursing Home Near Border, Killing 1

New York Times A dozen other people were injured, some seriously, in the attack in the city of Sumy, which has come under increased bombardment since Ukraine’s offensive into Russia’s nearby Kursk region. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/world/europe/ukraine-russia-nursing-home.html

Backlash Erupts Over Europe’s Anti-Deforestation Law

New York Times Leaders around the world are asking the European Union to delay rules that would require companies to police their global supply chains. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/business/european-union-deforestation.html

Ukraine Wants Long-Range Weapons. Here’s a Look at What They Are.

New York Times Much of the public discourse about arming Ukraine has revolved around whether the United States will send “long range” weapons. But that can mean different things. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/us/politics/ukraine-long-range-weapons.html

Mohamed al-Fayed, Former Harrods Owner, Accused of Raping 5 Women

New York Times Multiple former employees told the BBC they had been raped or sexually assaulted by the billionaire businessman, who died last year. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/world/europe/mohamed-al-fayed-harrods-rape.html

Bank of England Holds Rates Steady but Signals Gradual Easing

New York Times The British central bank has emphasized its intention to move steadily to ensure that inflation continues to slow. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/business/bank-of-england-interest-rates.html

They Said the Virgin Mary Appeared. The Vatican Is Finally Weighing In.

New York Times After decades, and controversy, the Vatican has authorized public worship at a shrine in Bosnia, where a once tranquil village has become a major pilgrimage site. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/world/europe/medjugorje-virgin-mary-vatican.html