European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
Russian Overnight Barrage Kills Seven, Injures Dozens Across Ukraine
Russia launched one of its largest overnight attacks since 2022, using over 600 drones and 47 missiles. At least seven people were killed an
Montenegro Moves Closer to EU Membership as Accession Treaty Talks Begin
EU member states have agreed to start drafting an accession treaty for Montenegro, marking a significant step in its 14-year membership bid.
Zelenskyy Offers to Meet Putin in Azerbaijan as US-Led Talks Stall
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated during his first wartime visit to Azerbaijan that he is prepared to meet Vladimir Putin in Baku. The offer comes
Iran's FM Visits Pakistan for Indirect Talks, Rules Out Direct US Negotiations
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Pakistan for a second round of indirect talks with the US. Tehran insists negotiations wil
EU and US Sign Critical Minerals Pact to Counter China's Supply Dominance
The EU and US signed a Memorandum of Understanding on critical minerals, aiming to diversify supply chains away from China. The pact covers
UK House of Lords Accused of Obstruction as Assisted Dying Bill Fails
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill failed in the UK's unelected upper house after peers introduced over 1,200 amendments. Supporte
London Court Sets 2027 Trial for Four Charged in Jewish Ambulance Arson
Four suspects appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday for an arson attack on Hatzola ambulances in Golders Green. The judge set a trial for Jan
Cyprus: Europe's Frontline Island Feels the Heat of the Iran Conflict
An Iranian-made drone struck the British airbase at Akrotiri, Cyprus, on 1 March, revealing a legal void in emergency response. The attack h
Michel Urges EU Caution on Ending Unanimity, Warns Against Weakening National Veto
Former European Council President Charles Michel cautions against removing unanimity in EU decision-making. He says some leaders hide behind
Kallas: EU Mutual Defence Clause Complements NATO Amid Trump Threats
Kaja Kallas insists the EU's mutual assistance clause and NATO's collective defence are complementary, not contradictory. The EU is operatio
Hegseth Pressures Iran for Deal as Talks May Resume in Islamabad
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Iran to make a 'wise deal' ahead of possible talks in Islamabad. He criticised European allies for '
EU Divisions on Israel Trade Suspension Expose Deeper Foreign Policy Rifts
Several EU member states rejected a renewed proposal to suspend the EU-Israel trade agreement, revealing deep divisions over the Middle East