By Pierre Lefevre
Paris-based political reporter. Bylines from Paris, Rome and Madrid. Closely follows elections and coalition politics.
Spanish Probe: Sunken Russian Ship Carried Nuclear Reactors for North Korea
A Russian cargo ship that sank off the coast of Spain in December 2024 was secretly transporting components for two submarine nuclear reacto
European Prison Overcrowding Worsens: Inhumane Conditions Reported Across EU
EU prison populations increased by 2% in 2024, with Hungary, Poland, Latvia, and Czechia having the highest incarceration rates. Greece and
Trump Heads to Beijing to Press Xi on Trade, Iran, and Taiwan
Trump arrives in Beijing with a delegation of top US CEOs, seeking to revive trade talks and secure Chinese cooperation on Iran. The summit,
Syria Warns Forced Returns Without EU Support Would Trigger Chaos
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani warns that forcing hundreds of thousands of Syrians back from Europe without financial supp
Syrian Foreign Minister Gives Exclusive Interview After EU Restores Cooperation Agreement
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani gave an exclusive interview to Euronews following the full restoration of the EU-Syria Coop
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