European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
Ukraine’s Parliament Approves Serhii Koretskyi as New Prime Minister Amid Energy Crisis
Ukraine’s parliament has approved Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister, part of President Zelenskyy’s cabinet reshuffle. Koretskyi, former hea
EU Defence Chief: Ukraine's Military Gains Should Force Putin to Negotiate
European Commissioner for Defence Andrius Kubilius argues that Ukraine's recent deep strikes against Russian maritime and energy targets str
Musk Backs Le Pen Ahead of French Presidential Vote, Sparking Interference Concerns
Elon Musk has publicly endorsed Marine Le Pen for the 2027 French presidential election, calling her 'France's last hope.' The intervention
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
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
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
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