European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
Iran Warns European Nations Against Sending Warships to Strait of Hormuz Amid Stalled Nuclear Talks
Iran has warned European countries against sending warships to the Strait of Hormuz, arguing it would destabilize energy markets. Tehran's c
Reform UK's Local Election Surge Puts Starmer Under Pressure Despite Westminster Majority
Reform UK won over 1,400 council seats in English local elections, most from Labour. Keir Starmer faces internal criticism but is protected
Kaja Kallas Rejects Gerhard Schröder as EU Mediator in Ukraine Peace Talks
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas ruled out former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as a mediator in Ukraine peace talks. She argued tha
Sweden's Foreign Minister: Russia Shows No Genuine Interest in Peace
Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenegard stated that Russia is not genuinely interested in peace, dismissing potential mediators like
Latvian Defence Minister Resigns After Drone Incursions Hit Oil Depot
Latvian Defence Minister Andris Spruds resigned after two Ukrainian drones entered Latvian airspace and caused a fire at an oil depot. Prime
EU Foreign Ministers Tackle Sanctions on Russia, Israeli Settlers, and Syria Talks
EU foreign ministers convene in Brussels to expand sanctions on Russians responsible for abducting Ukrainian children. They also aim to impo
EU Budget Battle: Parliament Demands €2 Trillion, Frugal States Push Austerity
MEPs are demanding a €2 trillion Multiannual Financial Framework, €200 billion above the Commission's proposal. Frugal states led by Germany
European Parliament Seeks 10% Boost for 2028-2034 EU Budget, Prioritising Cohesion and Defence
The European Parliament has adopted its position on the 2028-2034 EU budget, calling for a 10% increase. MEPs want equal funding for cohesio
Putin Signals Ukraine War Could End Soon as EU Ministers Convene in Brussels
Putin's Victory Day speech hints at a possible end to the Ukraine war. EU foreign ministers gather in Brussels to discuss next steps. Former
Budapest Marks 22 Years in EU Amid Government Change and Renewed European Optimism
Thousands gathered in Budapest for Europe Day, celebrating Hungary's 22nd anniversary in the EU. The event came one day after Péter Magyar w
Poland's Deregulation Drive: A Blueprint for EU Reform, Says InPost CEO Brzoska
Poland has implemented nearly 200 deregulatory measures in 14 months, simplifying tax rules and automating benefits. InPost CEO Rafał Brzosk
Putin Claims Ukraine War Nearing End as Ceasefire Fraught with Violations
Putin declared the conflict in Ukraine is 'heading to an end' despite ceasefire violations. A scaled-down Victory Day parade in Moscow refle