By Pierre Lefevre
Paris-based political reporter. Bylines from Paris, Rome and Madrid. Closely follows elections and coalition politics.
EU Lawmaking Overhaul: Experts Warn Tech Tools Alone Won't Fix Structural Flaws
Brussels has unveiled a strategy to simplify EU rulemaking and introduce digital tools. Experts argue the plan lacks ambition on enforcement
Why Jared Kushner Is Central to the EU's Gaza Reconstruction Strategy
Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, joined an EU-led donor conference on Gaza, signaling his pivotal role in reconstruction. The EU opposes t
Gibraltar-Spain Border Checks End as Chief Minister Hails 'Europe is Back'
Border checks between Gibraltar and Spain have been lifted after a post-Brexit agreement. The move ends decades of friction and long queues
Ukraine Reshuffles Government as EU Prepares New Support Package
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffles his government amid intensified Russian attacks. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visit
June Deadliest Month for Ukrainian Civilians Since 2022, UN Reports
At least 293 civilians were killed in Ukraine in June 2026, the highest monthly toll since April 2022. Russian long-range missile strikes on
Why 80% of Swiss Remain Optimistic Despite Global Crises: Survey
80% of Swiss people look to the future with confidence, according to a Helvetia Baloise survey. German-speaking Swiss and those over 65 are
Hungary's Prime Minister Magyar Moves to Oust President Sulyok, Triggering Constitutional Crisis
Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamás Sulyok, part of PM Péter Magyar's plan to dismantle V
Ukraine Parliament Ousts PM Yulia Svyrydenko, Naftogaz CEO Tipped as Successor
Ukraine's parliament accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko on Tuesday, clearing the way for a government reset. Presid
Non-EU Workers in Europe Face Higher Rates of Temporary and Part-Time Jobs
Non-EU citizens in the EU are disproportionately employed in temporary and part-time jobs compared to EU nationals. Disparities are highest
Zelenskyy Attends Bastille Day Parade in Paris as France Showcases Support for Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the Bastille Day parade in Paris alongside Emmanuel Macron and other European leaders. The event showcased mili
Bulgaria Warns EU Sanctions on Patriarch Kirill Risk Fueling Euroscepticism
Bulgaria successfully removed Patriarch Kirill from the EU's 21st sanctions package, arguing symbolic measures risk fueling Euroscepticism i
European Troops March in Paris Bastille Day Parade as Show of Support for Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the Bastille Day parade in Paris, where 500 soldiers f