European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
CJEU Backs Spain's Amnesty Law, Paving Way for Puigdemont's Return
The CJEU has ruled that Spain's amnesty law does not breach EU financial interests or anti-terror directives. The decision directly impacts
Ukrainians Stage Rare Wartime Protest After Zelenskyy Fires Popular Defence Minister
For the first time since last summer, Ukrainians mobilised online and on the streets after President Zelenskyy fired Defence Minister Mykhai
German MEP Calls for Honest Debate on Military Law and Societal Resilience
German MEP Niclas Herbst (EPP) says the government should not fuel 'fear of war' but must be honest about geopolitical realities. He calls f
Starmer Assures Kyiv of Enduring UK Support in Final Visit as Prime Minister
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer made his final overseas trip to Kyiv, telling President Zelenskyy that British backing for Ukraine will conti
EU Defence Chief Urges Negotiations as Ukraine Gains Military Edge
EU Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius argues Ukraine's recent military gains against Russian naval and energy targets could push Putin to
Europe Faces Twin Crises: Middle East Tensions and Ukraine Drone Deal
US strikes on Iran raise fears over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine sign a joint drone productio
Russian Missile Strike Kills Two in Kyiv, Wounds Five Including Child
Russian missiles struck Kyiv on 16 July 2026, killing two and wounding five, including a child. The attack underscores the ongoing threat to
Kyiv Protests Erupt After Zelenskyy Ousts Defence Minister Fedorov
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismissed Defence Minister Fedorov. Fedorov was seen as a moderniser who h
Zelenskyy Dismisses Popular Defence Minister Fedorov Amid Military Reform Dispute
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular figure praised for drone innovation and a
EU Debt Debate: Can Joint Borrowing Revive Europe's Stagnant Economy?
A Spanish proposal for €850 billion in annual joint EU debt has reignited the debate over common borrowing. MEPs Markus Ferber and Pasquale
Baltic leaders warn of Russian plans to strike critical infrastructure in Poland and Baltics
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda and Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs warned that Russia is planning attacks on critical infrastructur
Starmer Bids Farewell to Parliament, Pledges Support for Successor Burnham
Keir Starmer has given his final address to UK MPs, vowing to support his successor Andy Burnham. Burnham is set to become prime minister af