European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
Eleven European States Push for Stricter Russian Tourist Visa Rules
Sweden, Czechia, and nine other nations urge the EU to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists. They argue that holiday travel undermines EU
Germany Hits Record 332,500 Naturalizations in 2025, Syrians Lead
Germany recorded 332,500 naturalizations in 2025, a 14% increase from 2024. Syrians made up 20% of new citizens, but numbers fell by nearly
Germany's Decline Threatens Europe's Future: A Call for Pragmatic Renewal
Germany lost its UN Security Council bid to smaller nations like Portugal and Austria, exposing a loss of trust and credibility. The country
US Seeks Direct Stake in Azerbaijan's Pipelines as Post-Conflict Economic Ties Deepen
A senior US official announced Washington's desire for a direct stake in Azerbaijan's pipelines and energy infrastructure. The announcement
Two Charged After Violent Protests Over Henry Nowak Murder in Southampton
Two men have been charged following violent protests in Southampton over the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. The demonstrations erupted a
Cyprus and Kazakhstan Sign Five Agreements to Boost Economic and Diplomatic Ties
Cyprus and Kazakhstan signed five cooperation agreements during President Nikos Christodoulides' historic visit to Astana. The deals cover e
Iran-Linked Social Network Faked Scottish and Irish Identities to Spread Propaganda
Clemson University researchers found that accounts posing as Scottish and Irish nationals were run by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Cor
Rubio Stirs Greenland Tensions: 'Part of Denmark for Now'
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told a House committee that Greenland is part of Denmark 'for now,' fueling speculation about Washington's
Lebanese Minister Hopes US-Brokered Ceasefire with Israel Proves More Durable
Lebanese Culture Minister Ghassane Salamé expressed cautious optimism about the new US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, hoping it will be mor
Germany's UN Security Council Defeat: A Symptom of Waning Global Influence
Germany lost its bid for a UN Security Council seat, receiving only 104 votes against the required 127. The defeat highlights credibility pr
EU's €87 Billion Trade Surplus Drives Western Balkans Enlargement Push
EU chiefs gather in Tivat this week for a summit with Western Balkan leaders. The bloc's €87 billion trade surplus with the region and geopo
Hungary Lifts Veto on Ukraine's EU Accession Talks, Paving Way for Negotiations
Hungary has lifted its veto on Ukraine's EU accession talks after a deal on Hungarian minority rights in Transcarpathia. The breakthrough al