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As French towns ban the burkini, some fashion designers embrace itThe fashion industry is producing burkinis that are colorful and modern in an effort to cater to those seeking modest yet聽stylish swimwear. That might include non-Muslims.
French burkini debate grows, raising questions about 'libert茅' of choiceFrance's debate over whether to ban the burkini may look like a debate over religious influence, but it's arguably pitting French ideals against themselves, writes the Monitor's Peter Ford.
First LookWill Germany follow France in banning Muslim women from wearing a veil?Officials in Germany have put forward new measures to ban the wearing of veils in schools universities and while driving.
String of attacks on Turkish police and military blamed on PKKThe PKK, a Kurdish militant group in Turkey, has increased the frequency of car bombings after its commander Cemil Bayik threatened increased attacks against police.
As security tops Europeans' concerns, center-left pols lose groundWith people across Europe increasingly seeking safety from terrorism and greater controls on immigration, the traditional left finds itself unable to respond without alienating its own.
In troubled times, Europe asks: What does being 'European' really mean? From islanders on the front lines of the refugee crisis, to those living in Europe鈥檚 biggest metropolises, to those tucked into rural communities far removed from the politics of their capitals, many feel that the European Union is at a crossroads.
Migration crisis balloons in northern Italy as other EU nations close bordersWith the Balkan route closed, migrants from Africa and the Middle East are arriving en masse in Italy 鈥� and getting stuck there.
Turkish police raid Istanbul courthouses, more officers detainedThe raid on the Palace of Justice was a powerful symbol of a post-coup crackdown that has purged Turkey's military, law-and-order, education and justice systems since the failed putsch.
How will Brexit actually shape up? Weeks after vote, Brits still don't know.The process of Britain's departure from the EU remains in limbo as Westminster and Brussels debate how amicable the divorce will be 鈥� giving hope to 'Remainers' who still want to derail Brexit.
British court shuts thousands of party members out of key Labour voteThe ruling deepens the split in the party and disenfranchises almost 130,000 new Labour members. That could be bad news for embattled party leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Russian reshuffle claims another big name: Putin's chief of staffThe sudden retirement of Sergei Ivanov, a longtime ally of Putin's, is just one of many recent changes in Russia's government, which seem to be aimed at bringing in younger Putin loyalists with new ideas.
Why Russia may sever diplomatic ties with UkraineRussian Prime Minister聽Dmitry Medvedev said that ending diplomatic relations with Kiev would not be ideal, but 'if there is no other way to change the situation, the president could take this step.'- Tough talk between Russia, Ukraine heats up Crimea stalemateUkraine put its troops on combat alert Thursday along the country's de-facto borders with Crimea.
- First LookGermany's anti-terror plan: More police and tighter citizenship lawsGermany鈥檚 interior minister unveiled new plans to tighten national security and combat potential future attacks following increased terrorist activity in Europe this summer.
Normalcy or safety? France weighs how to celebrate summer amid terror fears.After a year of terror attacks around the country, summer event organizers in France have had to decide whether to restrict plans in favor of safety. At least one outdoor event, the 'Cinema en plein air,' has moved inside.
First LookWhy Ecuador is now letting Sweden question Julian AssangeEcuador has long offered to let Swedish prosecutors visit the WikiLeaks founder at their London embassy.
FocusDespite 鈥� or because of 鈥� Brexit, Catalans drive toward split with SpainPart 16 of Who is 'Europe'?, a weekly series on how European natives and residents are responding to pressures from terrorism, migration, nationalism, and the 'European project.'
First LookIn second official visit, what does Turkey want from Russia?Turkey and Russia back different sides in the war in Syria. But amid strained relations with the US, Turkey may be trying to signal that it has diplomatic options.
First LookCrisis solved? Why more refugees are arriving in Europe this yearThe International Organization for Migration says that despite border closings, the number of refugees arriving has increased 17 percent since last year.
As Russia and Turkey seek closer ties, not all the leverage in Kremlin's handsEasing tensions between Ankara and Moscow would seem to benefit both Mr.聽Erdo臒an and Mr. Putin. But Turkey also presents a complicating factor to the Kremlin in its dealings with Turkic peoples at home and abroad.
