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Explore European politics, security and economic change, including the European Union and its neighbours. These stories examine national choices, cross-border tensions and their consequences for people and businesses.

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Europe

America Owes $40 Trillion, but France Is Europe’s Debt Risk

US debt has crossed $40 trillion, yet the EU's €15.7 trillion is more fragile. With French debt at 118% of GDP and yields at 18-year highs, France is…

Sep 11, 20266 min read

Montenegro EU accession talks with prime minister Milojko Spajic in Brussels

Europe

Montenegro’s Push for EU Membership in 2028 Faces French Hurdle

Montenegro plans to finish EU alignment by year-end and target membership in 2028, but with Iceland cooling enlargement and France requiring a referendum or super-majority, its path is…

Sep 11, 20265 min read