By Pierre Lefevre
Paris-based political reporter. Bylines from Paris, Rome and Madrid. Closely follows elections and coalition politics.
US Iran War Costs Hit $29 Billion as Lawmakers Question Depleted Munitions
The Pentagon has updated the cost of the Iran war to $29 billion, $4 billion more than two weeks ago. US lawmakers are questioning the deple
Tens of Thousands March in Brussels Against Belgian Government's Social Reforms
Between 40,000 and 70,000 people marched in Brussels on Tuesday, called by Belgium's three main trade unions. They protest against governmen
Swedish Foxtrot Network Leader's Deputy Arrested in Tunisia
Swedish police announced the arrest of a 30-year-old man linked to the Foxtrot criminal network in Tunisia. The suspect, believed to be the
Germany to Authorize Active Cyberdefence Against Rising AI-Enhanced Attacks
Germany's interior ministry proposes 'active cyberdefence' to retaliate against cyberattacks. Over 334,000 cases were registered in 2025, wi
Canada’s Anand: EU Partnership Is a Long-Term Strategy, Not Just a Response to Trump
Anita Anand says Canada’s growing alliance with the EU is a long-term strategy rooted in shared values, not merely a response to US policy.
Trump's Weakened Hand in Beijing: Can China Be Persuaded to Deal?
US President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing this week in a weakened position, seeking Chinese help on Iran and trade. China, emboldened by
Starmer Vows to Stay as UK Minister Quits Over Local Election Debacle
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told his Cabinet he will remain in office despite devastating local election losses. Junior minister Miat
Von der Leyen Signals EU-Wide Social Media Ban for Minors by Summer
Ursula von der Leyen has opened the door to an EU-wide social media ban for minors, with a legal proposal possible as early as this summer.
EU Parliament Demands €200 Billion More for 2028-2034 Budget, Threatens Veto
The European Parliament is set to formalize a demand for an extra €200 billion in the EU's next long-term budget. MEPs threaten to veto the
Russia Strikes Ukraine Hours After US-Brokered Truce Expires
Russia attacked multiple regions in Ukraine with drones and artillery hours after a US-brokered 72-hour truce expired. A man was killed in D
Putin Presides Over Victory Day Parade in Moscow Amid Heightened Security
The parade began at 10:00 am Moscow time with soldiers carrying the Russian flag into Red Square. Putin used the occasion to reaffirm Russia
EU Enlargement Commissioner Sets July Deadline for Ukraine Accession Clusters
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos has called on member states to open all accession clusters for Ukraine and Moldova by July. The first