Sophie Laurent, Europe Correspondent

Sophie Laurent covers European affairs with expertise in EU institutions, Brexit implementation, and continental politics. Born in Lyon and educated at Sciences Po Paris, she is fluent in French, German, and English. She previously worked as Brussels correspondent for France 24 and maintains an extensive network of EU contacts.
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** In a bold move signalling a tightening of U.S. foreign policy,…

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In a significant development, the United States Department of Justice has announced…

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Corporate Scrutiny Intensifies Over Contracts with U.S. Immigration Enforcement

A slew of international corporations is currently under the spotlight as they…

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** The recent rapid advance of Russian troops into Huliaipole highlights a…

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