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Across major Western democracies, a POLITICO poll shows right-wing parties co-opting patriotic language and symbols to center national identity and immigration in politics, while broad pride in country remains nonpartisan; centrists and left must rethink patriotism to reclaim it without surrendering it to the far right.
A POLITICO live-updates digest spans Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker at a fan festival during the World Cup, Italy’s FIGC leadership reshuffle amid political interference, GOP surrogates cheering World Cup tourism, ongoing debates over South Korea’s military service exemptions and Son Heung-min, Germany’s ambivalent patriotism amid AfD influence, and a California court ruling upholding Inglewood’s billboard deal near SoFi Stadium, illustrating how politics, law and culture intersect with the 2026 World Cup.
Trump’s appeal in Europe is fading as tariff wars, Iran policy and rising energy costs unsettle ties with nationalist leaders; Italy’s Giorgia Meloni and France’s Jordan Bardella signal caution, while Poland’s Law and Justice remains closely aligned, highlighting a broader reevaluation ahead of the 2027 elections.
Trump’s dig at Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni over a G7 photo has sparked a nationalist backlash in Italy, with Meloni denying the claim and receiving praise for defending Italy’s dignity. Analysts say the clash united Italians across the political spectrum and could bolster Meloni’s popularity as she frames Italy’s interests against Trump’s criticisms and broader European sentiment.
Donald Trump’s hardline Iran stance and his allusions to the pope are straining the long-running bond between the U.S. president and Europe’s nationalist leaders, with longtime backers like Nigel Farage cooling on him and signaling a potential breaking point that could influence European politics and upcoming elections.
Venezuela defeated the United States 3-2 in the World Baseball Classic final, but the piece treats the game as a stage for a broader debate about American nationalism and militarized patriotism in sports, contrasting the tournament’s festive global energy with the U.S.’s isolationist posture and suggesting athletes are being drawn into political symbolism.
Hundreds gathered in Lyon to protest the killing of nationalist activist Quentin Deranque, as President Emmanuel Macron urged calm and restraint amid rising political tension.
Thailand's caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul rode a nationalist wave linked to border clashes with Cambodia to win a commanding lead for his Bhumjaithai Party in the February 2026 general election, raising the possibility of him becoming the first Thai prime minister to be reelected in two decades amid a troubled economy and regional tensions.
European leaders and nationalist parties across mainstream and far-right wings condemned Trump's threat to seize Greenland as unacceptable and a misstep, illustrating the continent's limits to his with-me-or-against-me approach and the challenge of uniting nationalist movements.
A new Bollywood spy film, Dhurandhar, depicting India-Pakistan tensions and covert operations, has sparked controversy and political debates in India and Pakistan, criticized for its nationalist portrayal and inaccurate depiction of Karachi, while achieving commercial success in India.
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments on Taiwan have escalated tensions with China, prompting aggressive responses and a resurgence of China's 'wolf warrior' diplomacy, amid longstanding historical and territorial disputes between the two nations.
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments on Taiwan have escalated tensions with China, prompting aggressive responses and reviving China's 'wolf warrior' diplomacy amid historical and geopolitical disputes in the region.
In Japan, rising anti-foreigner sentiments are fueled by nationalist politicians like Sohei Kamiya, amid economic struggles and a record foreign population, leading to increased calls for restrictions despite the country's need for foreign workers to sustain its economy.
Some American tourists are falsely claiming Canadian identity by displaying Canadian flags to avoid anti-American sentiment abroad, which has angered Canadians and sparked discussions on nationalism and cultural respect.
Over 100,000 people participated in a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson in London, advocating for free speech and British heritage, amid counterprotests against fascism and anti-migrant sentiments. The event highlighted rising nationalism and tensions over immigration in the UK.