European Politics
Brussels, the twenty-seven capitals, elections, coalitions and the decisions steering the continent.
EU Leaders in Cyprus Tackle Ukraine, Hormuz Crisis, and Mutual Defence Clause
EU leaders gather in Cyprus for an informal summit on Ukraine, the Hormuz blockade, and energy prices. They will begin exploring Article 42.
Iran's Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi Hit with Red Liquid at Berlin Press Event
Reza Pahlavi was splattered with red liquid, likely tomato juice, after a Berlin news conference. The incident occurred as he criticized the
US and Azerbaijan Launch TRIPP Corridor Talks, Boosting Europe's Energy Diversification
A US technical delegation has concluded talks in Baku on the TRIPP corridor, a rail and road link through Armenia brokered by President Trum
EU Approves New Russia Sanctions but Delays Maritime Ban Amid Greek and Maltese Opposition
The European Union has approved a fresh round of sanctions against Russia, but the key measure—a full ban on maritime services for Russian o
EU Finalises €90 Billion Ukraine Loan After Hungary Lifts Veto
The European Union has approved a €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifted its veto, ending a two-month deadlock. The breakthrough
Trump Envoy Urges FIFA to Swap Iran for Italy at 2026 World Cup
US special envoy Paolo Zampolli has proposed that FIFA replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup. The request comes amid geopolitical te
EU Green MEPs Call for Temporary Ban on Private Jets Amid Energy Crisis
A group of MEPs from the Greens/EFA group has called on the European Commission to impose a temporary EU-wide ban on non-essential private j
Misinformation Targets Hungary's Péter Magyar Despite Election Victory
Misleading posts on X falsely claim Péter Magyar will revoke work permits for Ukrainians and other non-EU migrants from June. Another clip f
France and UK Renew Pact to Curb English Channel Crossings with Increased Funding
The Sandhurst Treaty, aimed at preventing illegal English Channel crossings, has been renewed for three years. The UK will provide up to €76
Former NATO Chief Urges Europe to Cut Ties with US Defense as Trump Strains Alliance
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen calls on Europe to reduce reliance on US weapons and security. He warns that Trump's thr
A Rabbi's Call for Dialogue in Antalya: Rebuilding Bridges Across Fractured Communities
Rabbi Mendy Chitrik, a visible presence at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, found that open engagement from the Qatari delegation broke the ice.
Latvian Defence Minister Confident US Would Honour NATO Article 5
Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds expresses full confidence in US commitment to NATO's mutual defence clause. He highlights strong prac