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Katya Adler

@katbbc.bsky.social
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BBC Europe Editor. News, current affairs, documentaries, presenter. Coffee lover.

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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
What impact will the AfD’s eye-catching victory have on the rest of Europe - and beyond? Hint: Trump was quick to post the regional German results on Truth Social👇https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c986w38r4j5o
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Europe wrestles with impact of historic regional gains for Germany’s AfD
The BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler sees the far-right win in Saxony-Anhalt state ringing alarm bells for the EU and traditional parties.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
How likely is Le Pen to be France’s next president?👇https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgdlprp1r3o
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Will Le Pen rise again? French nationalist leader defiant after court's ruling
Within hours of a court of appeal confirming a guilty verdict, Marine Le Pen had already launched her presidential campaign.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
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A decade on from Brexit, the new PM has big calls to make on Europe
A decade on from Brexit, the EU is more cohesive than many expected, but faces growing pressure from within.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
How Ukraine has ended up strengthened in surprising ways by the Iran war. Might this catch Trump’s attention and focus?👇 bbc.com/news/article...
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The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Europe unites behind Spain after reported US threats to throw Madrid out of NATO. Now what for transatlantic relations?👇 bbc.com/news/article...
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Europe's Nato allies push back at reported US threat to Spain
On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times. But how close really and at what cost?👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Three Days that Shook Hungary: Our behind the scenes, on the ground journey with Hungary’s voters who just delivered - in their words - a revolution. Thank you @leatask_ @mariannedorell @kirstygrantttt & Orsi Polyacskó www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQeW...
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I watched Hungary’s 16-year Viktor Orbán era crumble | BBC News
YouTube video by BBC News
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
What just happened in Hungary - and the wider implications. Why it’s a plus for Europe but a loss for Trump and Putin👇 bbc.com/news/article...
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Hungary election: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold
European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
How Hungary’s knife-edge election today could impact Vladimir Putin and Fonald Trump👇https://bbc.com/news/videos/cpqxy0d1g2yo
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How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia
The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler reports from Prime Minister Victor Orbán's home town of Felscút.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Why should you care about elections in Hungary? Clue: Hungarian PM Orban’s biggest international backers are Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Why? Take a listen to BBĆs The Global Story👇 bbc.com/audio/play/w...
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BBC Audio | The Global Story | Why Hungary’s chaotic election matters to Trump
Would Orbán’s fall signal a global shift for populism?
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Faced with an energy crisis - the UK and EU countries mull the benefits of nuclear power in their search for increased energy independence.. But how safe, practical and cost-effective is nuclear really? bbc.com/news/article...
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Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer
As war drives up gas and fuel prices, Europeans turn again to the issue of energy independence.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Spiralling energy costs for households and businesses - in the UK and more widely across Europe. What can be done in the short and longer term?👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis
It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Why is Europe investing more in space as a key frontier in defence? Join me in a few minutes on BBC2 - or anytime you like on BBC iPlayer to explore our European neighbours’ strength + weaknesses as the UK government says we should work better together in areas of mutual interest👇#Europe on the Edge
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Overwhelmed by positive reaction to our series so far: a look at strengths +weaknesses of European neighbours the gov says we can work better together with eg. on defence. Plus a cheeky chance to soak up the culture + beauty of the Big Four Next Door. 9pm BBC2 tonight + iPlayer👇
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
The UK government says we should work better alongside European powers in areas of mutual interest eg defence. But how well do we really know France, Italy, Spain + Germany - their surprising strengths +weaknesses? Episode2 of Europe on the Edge is out tonight 9pm BBC2 + all eps on BBC iPlayer👇
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
The economic and political costs of the Middle East crisis in the UK and across Europe.. Unintended consequences or part of Iranian strategy?👇 bbc.com/audio/play/p...
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BBC Audio | Newscast | What’s The Economic Cost Of The War In Iran?
The price of oil reached a four year high today.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
The news can feel overwhelming..Can I invite you to take a breath + journey to our European neighbours? We think we know them + the PM says UK should work better with them on defence but Italy, Spain + Germany will surprise you in my new series out tonight BBC2 8pm +on iPlayer👇
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ΞNVY @envypost.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
🌍 @katbbc.bsky.social travels across Western Europe to see what the political future holds and explores the challenges faced in a turbulent new era. Europe on the Edge with Katya Adler begins tonight at 9PM on BBC Two. Production: BBC Current Affairs ENVY: bit.ly/46ykZCf
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
In this new world of unpredictable Big Power politics, the UK and other European powers have said they want to work together better when it comes to security and defence. Why are they finding it so hard to speak with one voice on Iran?👇 bbc.com/news/article...
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Turmoil in the Mideast, an unpredictable ally in Washington, Russia, China.. The UK + other European powers say they must work together better in security & defence. But how well do we really know each other? My new doc: Europe on the Edge is out on iPlayer today +BBC2 at 9pm👇
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
The UK+ other European powers say they want to work more effectively together to face the threat of Russia +China and with the US an increasingly unpredictable ally. But how well do we really know each other? My new documentary airs 3 March 9pm BBC2 with all 3 episodes on BBCiplayer 🙏
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
How Europe’s left got radical on immigration - in dramatically different ways. Denmark and Spain - let’s take a look👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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How Denmark's left (not the far right) got tough on immigration - BBC News
Denmark has come under international attention for its tough approach. And its Social Democrat prime minister is leading the charge
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
Critical minerals, oil, gas and nuclear submarines … China, US, Russia vying for dominance.. the Arctic is fast becoming one of the most hotly-contested regions in the world. My analysis from inside the Arctic circle👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Tensions rise as China, Russia, US and Europe scramble for Arctic
As Arctic ice melts, global powers seize new opportunities to extract oil, speed up trade and boost their military presence.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
What ‘deal’ with the EU is the Starmer government about to announce - at the first UK-EU summit since Brexit?👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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UK and EU haggle over key points before first summit since Brexit
Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street.
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Truth Tellers @sirharrysummit.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
“The idea of The West was born out of the Second World War, and that West is slowly being strangled.” We caught up with @katbbc.bsky.social backstage at Truth Tellers, and she explained why it’s not hyperbole to say we are living through historic times. #sirharrysummit
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Truth Tellers @sirharrysummit.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
"In one word: Fearless." @juliettegarside.bsky.social on the remarkable life and tragic death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna @theguardian.com @katbbc.bsky.social @laurentrichard.bsky.social @forbidden-stories.bsky.social #SirHarrySummit
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Tomorrow is Victory in Europe Day, marking 80 years since the defeat of the Nazi regime. What’s left now of Allied ties/shared goals or values? www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Europe marks VE Day with Trump on its mind
As Western alliances unravel, Europe is entering an era that seems distant from what VE Day represented, the BBC's Katya Adler writes.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
How will the manage EU Trump tariffs ? Retaliation or negotiation👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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How will the EU respond to Donald Trump's tariffs?
The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Le Pen's verdict - Could there be a long-term impact on the reputation of France’s judiciary - and Europe’s judicial systems more broadly? Hard right leaders across the continent are weighing in to the debate..👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Le Pen's right-wing European allies condemn court verdict as threat to democracy
European rightwingers have voiced support for the French far-right politician after she was banned from running for public office.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
57% of French people asked say they don’t believe the vote banning Marine Le Pen from running for office for 5 years was politically motivated (BFMTV) BUT the political impact of the verdict is huge. Our report on BBC News at Ten👇 youtu.be/WHdfG1aXgtA?...
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Guilty of embezzlement: France's far-right Marine Le Pen barred from running for President| BBC News
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
What next for France ? www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Newscast - Au Revoir Marine Le Pen? - BBC Sounds
Le Pen is barred from running for public office after being found guilty of embezzlement.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
EU trade commissioner leaves Washington empty-handed after ‘intense’ trade talks and a leak showing Trump administration disdain for Europe👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Katya Adler: Disdain for Europe in US Signal chat horrifies EU
As top US officials describe Europe as "freeloaders", European leaders and policy-makers are said to be "sick to the stomach".
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
The countries trying to Putin-proof themselves 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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As the Baltics
The countries on Nato's eastern flank are preparing for the possibility of being targeted by Russia
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
The EU says it can mobilise up to 800 million euro for defence. Can Europe as a whole transform continental defence capabilities AND replace US help in Ukraine?👇 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Newscast - Summit To Talk About - BBC Sounds
Can the EU step up defence spending to support Ukraine?
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
“Wake up and smell the coffee brewing in Washington and Moscow”.. Can Europe provide a credible answer on Ukraine and wider defence?👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Katya Adler: Can Europe provide a credible answer on Ukraine?
Europe is scrambling to react effectively to the relentlessness and pace of change in Washington, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Electioncast Germany: the impact way beyond German borders👇https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0kt5jg1?partner=uk.co.bbc
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Newscast - German Electioncast! (The Results) - BBC Sounds
Conservatives declare victory but there’s a big surge from the far right.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
What will Germany’s Chancellor-in-waiting mean for UK, European and US relations?👇https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpv4n0dg3v3o
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Germany's Friedrich Merz signals seismic shift in Europe-US relations
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Who does Germany belong to? The question asked here outside a Berlin cafe, along the river Spree. On German voters’ minds ahead of tomorrow’s tense election: Where is Germany headed? - in terms of economy, migration and Europe/US relations..
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Katya Adler @katbbc.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
What’s at stake for Germany and Europe more widely in elections tomorrow? Migration, Troops in Ukraine, Relations with Russia and Trump, Germany’s economic model, Attempts to keep nationalist populist AfD out of government.. Read on👇 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Far right looks for election breakthrough as Germany falters
The AfD party could become the second biggest in the German parliament after elections on Sunday.
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