Donald Tusk
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Europe has entered ‘pre-war era’, says Poland’s prime minister
“I know it sounds devastating, especially to people of the younger generation, but we have to mentally get used to the arrival of a new era,” said the Polish leader.
- by Rob Harris
Jubilation and high expectations as Poland marks end of right-wing rule
In a cathartic moment for many, centrist political veteran Donald Tusk has become Poland’s next prime minister, marking a dramatic shift in the European political landscape.
- by Emily Rauhala and Kate Brady
Donald Tusk, former EU president, declares victory in Poland election
An opposition win would be a dramatic shift for a place where the government has controlled the courts and media, targeted LBGTQ+ rights, and undermined the union.
- by Anthony Faiola and Annabelle Chapman
EC President von der Leyen admits worry at Hungarian 'power grab'
Until now, Ursula von der Leyen had avoided singling out Hungary for criticism, in favour of urging all EU member states to respect democracy.
- by James Crisp
'Stupid blame game': Donald Tusk berates Boris Johnson as hopes of a deal fade
Tusk's tweet comes amid reports from the British press - citing Number 10 sources - that Angela Merkel made it clear in a phone call with the British PM that a deal is "overwhelmingly unlikely".
- by Latika Bourke
‘Halloween’ Brexit delay approved by EU leaders
Brexit has been delayed, again, until the end of October, after a fractious debate among EU leaders.
- by Nick Miller
British PM 'unexpectedly' writes to EU requesting another Brexit delay
Theresa May's letter, released unexpectedly on Friday morning, may be a tactic to push back at the EU’s reported desire for a longer extension.
- by Nick Miller
'Matter of great personal regret': May asks Brussels for Brexit delay
The British PM blamed MPs - of all sides - for playing political games with Brexit, as she plans another vote to win their support for her Brexit deal.
- by Nick Miller
Theresa May tries to buy time as the Brexit clock ticks down
The Brexit impasse has left the world's fifth largest economy facing an uncertain future.
- by William James
'Special place in hell' for no-plan Brexiteers, says EU's Tusk
"I've been wondering what that special place in hell looks like, for those who promoted Brexit, without even a sketch of a plan," Donald Tusk said.
- by Alastair Macdonald
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