Katya Adler

The news can feel overwhelming..Can I invite you to take a breath + journey to our European neighbours? We think we know them + the PM says UK should work better with them on defence but Italy, Spain + Germany will surprise you in my new series out tonight BBC2 8pm +on iPlayer👇

🌍 @katbbc.bsky.social travels across Western Europe to see what the political future holds and explores the challenges faced in a turbulent new era.

Europe on the Edge with Katya Adler begins tonight at 9PM on BBC Two.

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In this new world of unpredictable Big Power politics, the UK and other European powers have said they want to work together better when it comes to security and defence. Why are they finding it so hard to speak with one voice on Iran?👇 bbc.com/news/article...

Turmoil in the Mideast, an unpredictable ally in Washington, Russia, China.. The UK + other European powers say they must work together better in security & defence. But how well do we really know each other? My new doc: Europe on the Edge is out on iPlayer today +BBC2 at 9pm👇

The UK+ other European powers say they want to work more effectively together to face the threat of Russia +China and with the US an increasingly unpredictable ally. But how well do we really know each other? My new documentary airs 3 March 9pm BBC2 with all 3 episodes on BBCiplayer 🙏

How Denmark's left (not the far right) got tough on immigration - BBC News Denmark has come under international attention for its tough approach. And its Social Democrat prime minister is leading the charge

How Europe’s left got radical on immigration - in dramatically different ways. Denmark and Spain - let’s take a look👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

Tensions rise as China, Russia, US and Europe scramble for Arctic As Arctic ice melts, global powers seize new opportunities to extract oil, speed up trade and boost their military presence.

Critical minerals, oil, gas and nuclear submarines … China, US, Russia vying for dominance.. the Arctic is fast becoming one of the most hotly-contested regions in the world. My analysis from inside the Arctic circle👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

UK and EU haggle over key points before first summit since Brexit Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street.

What ‘deal’ with the EU is the Starmer government about to announce - at the first UK-EU summit since Brexit?👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

“The idea of The West was born out of the Second World War, and that West is slowly being strangled.”
We caught up with @katbbc.bsky.social backstage at Truth Tellers, and she explained why it’s not hyperbole to say we are living through historic times.
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@juliettegarside.bsky.social on the remarkable life and tragic death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna

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Europe marks VE Day with Trump on its mind As Western alliances unravel, Europe is entering an era that seems distant from what VE Day represented, the BBC's Katya Adler writes.

Tomorrow is Victory in Europe Day, marking 80 years since the defeat of the Nazi regime. What’s left now of Allied ties/shared goals or values? www.bbc.com/news/article...

How will the EU respond to Donald Trump's tariffs? The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.

How will the manage EU Trump tariffs ? Retaliation or negotiation👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

Le Pen's right-wing European allies condemn court verdict as threat to democracy European rightwingers have voiced support for the French far-right politician after she was banned from running for public office.

Le Pen's verdict - Could there be a long-term impact on the reputation of France’s judiciary - and Europe’s judicial systems more broadly? Hard right leaders across the continent are weighing in to the debate..👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

Guilty of embezzlement: France's far-right Marine Le Pen barred from running for President| BBC News YouTube video by BBC News

57% of French people asked say they don’t believe the vote banning Marine Le Pen from running for office for 5 years was politically motivated (BFMTV) BUT the political impact of the verdict is huge. Our report on BBC News at Ten👇 youtu.be/WHdfG1aXgtA?...

Newscast - Au Revoir Marine Le Pen? - BBC Sounds Le Pen is barred from running for public office after being found guilty of embezzlement.

What next for France ? www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Katya Adler: Disdain for Europe in US Signal chat horrifies EU As top US officials describe Europe as "freeloaders", European leaders and policy-makers are said to be "sick to the stomach".

EU trade commissioner leaves Washington empty-handed after ‘intense’ trade talks and a leak showing Trump administration disdain for Europe👇
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As the Baltics The countries on Nato's eastern flank are preparing for the possibility of being targeted by Russia

The countries trying to Putin-proof themselves 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Apologies my sloppy typing above : Should read 800 BILLION, 800 million euro

Newscast - Summit To Talk About - BBC Sounds Can the EU step up defence spending to support Ukraine?

The EU says it can mobilise up to 800 million euro for defence. Can Europe as a whole transform continental defence capabilities AND replace US help in Ukraine?👇 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Katya Adler: Can Europe provide a credible answer on Ukraine? Europe is scrambling to react effectively to the relentlessness and pace of change in Washington, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.

“Wake up and smell the coffee brewing in Washington and Moscow”.. Can Europe provide a credible answer on Ukraine and wider defence?👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...

Newscast - German Electioncast! (The Results) - BBC Sounds Conservatives declare victory but there’s a big surge from the far right.

Electioncast Germany: the impact way beyond German borders👇https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0kt5jg1?partner=uk.co.bbc

Germany's Friedrich Merz signals seismic shift in Europe-US relations Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.

What will Germany’s Chancellor-in-waiting mean for UK, European and US relations?👇https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpv4n0dg3v3o

Who does Germany belong to? The question asked here outside a Berlin cafe, along the river Spree. On German voters’ minds ahead of tomorrow’s tense election: Where is Germany headed? - in terms of economy, migration and Europe/US relations..

Far right looks for election breakthrough as Germany falters The AfD party could become the second biggest in the German parliament after elections on Sunday.

What’s at stake for Germany and Europe more widely in elections tomorrow? Migration, Troops in Ukraine, Relations with Russia and Trump, Germany’s economic model, Attempts to keep nationalist populist AfD out of government.. Read on👇

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