Europe – Page 479 – Prologue Journal

Ukrainians Shun a Church Seen as a Kremlin Tool

New York Times The village parishioners’ decision to oust their priest reflects a broader push within Ukraine to reduce the influence of an Orthodox church that answers to Moscow. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/03/world/europe/ukraine-orthodox-church.html

As Russia Strikes Ports, Ukraine Scrambles to Continue Grain Exports

New York Times Their grain and sunflower oil once helped feed the world. Now, even their backup routes to the international market have become targets. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/russia-ukraine-grain-exports.html

Erdogan Urges Resumption of Grain Deal in Call With Putin

New York Times The Turkish president urged a resumption of the agreement that allowed Ukraine to ship grain through the Black Sea, and called on both Russia and Ukraine not to escalate tensions. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/putin-erdogan-grain-deal.html

Paris Bookstalls Are Told to Relocate During Next Year’s Olympics

New York Times The “bouquinistes” along the River Seine have objected after being told that most of them will have to move temporarily for security reasons. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/paris-olympics-booksellers.html

Ukraine Says Russia Launched Overnight Drone Attacks on Kyiv

New York Times Moscow launched at least 10 drones at the city, with an administrative building among those damaged by debris from interceptions, local officials said. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/russia-drone-attack-ukraine.html

Can a Rapper Change Italy’s Mind About Migrants?

New York Times As the country’s right-wing government takes a hard line on Mediterranean immigration, the hip-hop artist Ghali has become a prominent voice of compassion. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/magazine/ghali-italy-migrants.html

How to Avoid Crowds in Venice

New York Times Yes, Venice is so very congested. Yet visiting this unique Italian city doesn’t always require taking what Italians call un bagno di folla — a bath in the crowd. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/travel/venice-tips-crowds.html

Wednesday Briefing

New York Times Donald Trump faces significant new federal charges. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/briefing/trump-indictment-niger-evacuations.html

Under Fire and Understaffed: The Fight to Save Ukraine’s Wounded

New York Times Positioned close to the front lines,, temporary medical posts are a critical lifeline for the constant inflow of soldiers hurt in the counteroffensive. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/ukraine-war-casualties-wounded.html

Pope Francis Heads to Portugal for Catholic Church’s Youth Day

New York Times The pope will preside over a gathering of young people from around the world, mindful that the changes he has initiated in the Roman Catholic Church will depend on them. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/europe/pope-francis-portugal-youth-day.html