European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
EU's €2 Trillion Budget Talks: Defence Surges, Farmers and Regions Face Cuts
The European Commission proposed €1.8 trillion for the 2028-2034 budget, but Parliament demands €1.96 trillion. Defence gets a €131 billion
US Iran War Costs Hit $29 Billion as Lawmakers Question Depleted Munitions
The Pentagon has updated the cost of the Iran war to $29 billion, $4 billion more than two weeks ago. US lawmakers are questioning the deple
Palestinians Mark 78th Nakba Anniversary, Renew Call for Right of Return
Thousands of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza marked the 78th anniversary of the Nakba with marches and sirens. Participants called fo
Tens of Thousands March in Brussels Against Belgian Government's Social Reforms
Between 40,000 and 70,000 people marched in Brussels on Tuesday, called by Belgium's three main trade unions. They protest against governmen
Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Bureau Clears Zelenskyy in €9 Million Laundering Case
Ukraine's anti-corruption bureau says President Zelenskyy is not implicated in a €9 million money-laundering investigation. The probe target
Swedish Foxtrot Network Leader's Deputy Arrested in Tunisia
Swedish police announced the arrest of a 30-year-old man linked to the Foxtrot criminal network in Tunisia. The suspect, believed to be the
Germany to Authorize Active Cyberdefence Against Rising AI-Enhanced Attacks
Germany's interior ministry proposes 'active cyberdefence' to retaliate against cyberattacks. Over 334,000 cases were registered in 2025, wi
Russian Diplomatic Antennas in Vienna Raise Espionage Concerns Across Europe
Austria expelled three Russian diplomats over espionage allegations linked to antenna systems on diplomatic rooftops. Investigators say the
Renovation of Halki Theological School Nears Completion, Reopening Stalled by Turkish Restrictions
The Ecumenical Patriarchate has announced that renovation works at the Theological School of Halki will be completed by September. The schoo
Canada’s Anand: EU Partnership Is a Long-Term Strategy, Not Just a Response to Trump
Anita Anand says Canada’s growing alliance with the EU is a long-term strategy rooted in shared values, not merely a response to US policy.
Trump's Weakened Hand in Beijing: Can China Be Persuaded to Deal?
US President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing this week in a weakened position, seeking Chinese help on Iran and trade. China, emboldened by
Ireland Eyes Budapest Shift to Unblock Ukraine EU Accession Talks
Ireland's Minister of State for European Affairs Thomas Byrne says the EU must maintain pressure on Russia through sanctions and military ai