politicsThursday, July 23, 2026
European leaders are tuning out Kemi Badenoch, but Simon Nixon argues that's a strategic mistake. Meanwhile, AI money floods US midterms, and Ukraine's new commander signals a shift in war strategy.
A Guardian op-ed argues that European dismissal of the UK opposition leader could backfire badly.
Simon Nixon argues that European leaders ignoring Kemi Badenoch is a mistake, as her ECHR withdrawal plans could unravel the Good Friday Agreement and Gibraltar's status. Two outlets pick up the warning.
Tech and AI groups are pouring record sums into US congressional races to shape future regulation.
AI and tech super PACs have spent $43.3 million on congressional races this cycle, signaling an industry desperate to shape regulation before it lands.
Van Jones warns Democrats that democratic socialist candidates are 'hijacking' the party's youth wing with 'nutty ideas' ahead of the midterms.
Ukraine gets a new commander with a modern vision, while a drone strike hits deep inside Russia.
Ukraine's new commander Mykhailo Drapaty is criticized for Soviet-style leadership and aims to fight a more modern war, drawing comparisons to Patton and Montgomery.
Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery 650 km inside Russia overnight, with local media reporting explosions near a key logistics hub. Two outlets cover the strike.
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