Europe
Everything that does not fit a single desk: the continent in its full contradictory complexity.
Five EU states aim to open migrant return hubs outside bloc by 2027
Five EU countries have agreed on a common model for return hubs outside the bloc, with the first transfers targeted for 2027. The plan, whic
Lorry driver's hesitation proves fatal in Gdańsk level crossing crash
A lorry driver ignored warnings and failed to clear a level crossing in Gdańsk before a PKP Intercity train struck his vehicle. The train dr
Ireland's population growth: migrants drive most, but not 99%
A viral video claims 99% of Ireland's population growth is due to foreigners. Official data shows migration is the main driver, but births t
Europeans trim essentials to protect leisure spending, Eurostat shows
Eurostat data shows EU households now spend 46% of budgets on food, housing, energy, and transport. Despite high inflation, they are trimmin
EU weighs last-minute shift on Arctic oil and gas drilling ban
The EU's revised Arctic strategy could drop its 2021 pledge to keep oil, coal, and gas in the ground. The decision, expected in October, pit
Greek fisheries land €166.6 million in 2025 as anchovy leads catch
Greek marine fisheries produced 42,100.8 tonnes of seafood in 2025, valued at €166.62 million. Anchovy was the top species by volume and val
EU budget talks test commitment to break China's raw materials grip
The EU's next seven-year budget will determine if it can reduce reliance on Chinese processing of critical raw materials. Resource-rich part
Kyiv urges EU to rethink frozen Russian assets plan
Ukraine's finance minister urges the EU to explore a new approach to using frozen Russian state assets, suggesting a transfer of custodiansh
Russia's hybrid war, Ceuta's migrant crisis, and AfD's rise in eastern Germany
Russia is intensifying hybrid attacks across Europe to undermine support for Ukraine. Spain's PM Sánchez confronts a deepening crisis after
Midday Europe briefing: September 4, 2026
Spain extends border checks on Italian arrivals until 22 September. A record heatwave persists across the Iberian Peninsula. EU border rules
Munich police arrest two after arson attack on defence firms
Two suspects were arrested in Munich after incendiary devices were thrown at the premises of defence companies Rohde & Schwarz and Helsing.
EU suspends Brazilian meat imports over antibiotic concerns
The EU has suspended imports of beef, poultry, eggs, and honey from Brazil over antibiotic concerns. Brasília provided no guarantees for bee