Sarah Wheaton
Coverage of Sarah Wheaton in the Nexus archive.
- Week Ender: Did Europe dodge a summer travel crisis?
Europeans are traveling in large numbers this summer despite challenges like the Middle East conflict, volatile fuel prices linked to Strait of Hormuz disruptions, and the EU’s new Entry/Exit System causing long queues. The article discusses how Europe avoided a feared jet fuel crisis, potential future flight price increases, passenger rights during disruptions, and the impact of the new border system.
- Who should negotiate with Putin?
The European Council summit in Brussels was dominated by divisions over European Council President António Costa’s outreach to the Kremlin, overshadowing planned discussions on the EU’s trade deficit with China. Correspondents analyzed the political rifts and potential impacts of next year’s elections on negotiations with Russia.
- Europe’s budget war starts now
EU leaders gather in Brussels for a summit addressing tensions with China and debates over Europe's next long-term budget. The meeting also introduces four new heads of government and highlights the EU Commission's use of a homegrown AI tool to assess compliance of aspiring members with EU laws.
- Are voters hopelessly divided or universally angry?
The article discusses political instability and polarization in Europe, focusing on France, Greece, and Denmark. It highlights issues like Greece's EU farm funds scandal, France's 2027 presidential election, and Denmark's new coalition government, as analyzed by the Brussels Playbook Week Ender podcast hosts and guests.