Qatar Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash
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Qatar Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash

Prosecutors say the glamorous lifestyle of a European lawmaker masked a Qatari corruption scandal. It exposed how vulnerable Brussels is to foreign influence.
Oil Prices Drop, Despite Heightened Sanctions on Russian Crude
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Oil Prices Drop, Despite Heightened Sanctions on Russian Crude

The price of oil fell by about 10 percent this week, easing (for now) supply worries about the E.U. embargo and a price cap.
How Biden’s Climate Push Could Spur a Trade War With Europe
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How Biden’s Climate Push Could Spur a Trade War With Europe

The European Union is crying foul over the Inflation Reduction Act, saying the billions in climate subsidies it offers create a trade imbalance.