Populist, hard-Right parties like Geert Wilders and Marine Le Pen are expected to make significant gains in the upcoming European parliament elections, reflecting a growing opposition to EU encroachment on national sovereignty. Projections indicate that over a third of all MEPs will be critical of the EU, potentially impacting EU legislation and the future of the union. This surge in euroscepticism signifies a shift in European politics. 

In a separate incident, Gennady Shiryaev, a prominent Russian egg magnate, narrowly escapes an assassination attempt as public anger over soaring egg prices reaches a boiling point. The Kremlin vows to address the issue and stabilize egg costs, trying to alleviate the mounting public outrage. The intense focus on egg prices highlights the economic challenges facing Russia.

The Digest, 12/31/2023 @130AM, CDT

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