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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Civilian Suffering Intensifies Amid Ongoing Conflict in Tehran

The harrowing human cost of the escalating conflict in Iran is laid…

Civilians Bear the Brunt: Harrowing Accounts from Tehran Amid Ongoing Conflict

As the conflict between Iran and a coalition of the United States…

UN Endorses Historic Resolution Declaring Slave Trade a Crime Against Humanity, Energising African Reparations Movement

In a landmark decision, the United Nations General Assembly has officially classified…

Tensions Escalate in the Gulf: Israel and Iran Trade Fire Amid Diplomatic Efforts

In a significant escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, Israel and…

Ghana Champions Landmark UN Resolution on Slavery, Sparking Global Dialogue on Reparations

In a historic moment for justice and recognition, Ghana's President John Mahama…

UN Resolution Marks Milestone in Global Reparations Dialogue, Led by Ghana’s John Mahama

In a historic move at the United Nations General Assembly, Ghana's President…

Tensions Escalate in the Gulf: Israel and Iran Engage in Hostilities Amid Diplomatic Efforts

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Israel and Iran have exchanged fire,…

Tensions Rise in the Strait of Hormuz as Israel and Iran Engage in Hostilities

In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israel and Iran have exchanged…

UN Resolution Marks Historic Step Towards Reparative Justice for Transatlantic Slavery

In a significant development for the reparations movement, Ghana's former president, John…

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