Europe
Everything that does not fit a single desk: the continent in its full contradictory complexity.
France threatens to block EU plan for English-only trade deals
The European Commission wants to speed up trade deal ratification by using only English during negotiations with member states and MEPs. Fra
Thomas Pesquet urges Europe to maximize ISS science before 2030
Thomas Pesquet says Europe must squeeze maximum scientific value from the ISS before its 2030 deorbit. He also warns that geopolitical insta
Netherlands and Spain urge EU-wide social media age limit
The Netherlands and Spain are pushing for an EU-wide minimum age for social media use, with enforcement at the European level. They want the
PISA 2022: Can adults outscore 15-year-olds in maths, science and reading?
The OECD's PISA report reveals a concerning drop in 15-year-olds' maths and reading skills. Try sample questions from the test to see if you
Portugal's employment growth leads EU, but GDP claim falls short
Portugal's prime minister claimed the country has the best economic performance and employment growth in Europe. Eurostat data shows Portuga
Europe's largest political bloc seeks balanced China strategy
The European People's Party, the EU's largest political group, is preparing a position paper on China that advocates using trade tools more
Energy bills push Europeans to skip medical care and family visits
Nearly 30% of Europeans live in precarious conditions, and 73% fear they cannot afford fuel. Many are skipping medical appointments and fami
EU seeks clarity on Ukraine's exact funding gap before committing more aid
The EU needs to pin down Ukraine's exact budget needs before filling a €23 billion gap, says Commissioner Dombrovskis. Kyiv has asked allies
Europe Today: Dombrovskis on Russia, 9/11 legacy, and Brazil trade row
On this week's Europe Today, EU economy chief Valdis Dombrovskis warns of Russia's aggression from the Rīga Conference. We also mark 25 year
Ukraine's Budanov: Europe finally sees Russia's hybrid war
Ukraine's top security official says Europe is finally recognizing Russia's hybrid warfare threat beyond the Baltics. He points to recent sa
ECB's rate hike aims to curb energy-driven inflation, but risks loom
The ECB raised its deposit rate to 2.5% to counter inflation fueled by energy costs. Core inflation is easing, but risks remain. Further hik
Morning Europe briefing: key stories for September 11, 2026
From Paris to Kyiv, here are the key developments shaping Europe this morning. Stay informed with our concise briefing.