EU advances Ukraine’s bid despite Hungary’s veto
EU Commission advances Ukraine membership technically. Bypasses Hungary’s block on official accession talks. Unprecedented move despite political opposition from Hungary. According to the new strategy, technical progress entails Kyiv moving forward…
Bulgaria government quits amid protests before Eurozone
Bulgaria’s government resigns amid mass protests. Protests erupt over controversial budget proposal. Clashes in Sofia before eurozone entry. Minutes before congress was set to bounce on a no- confidence resolution put up by the opposition over…
UK far right steps up anti-migration push in France
British far-right activists increased Channel patrols. They travel to northern France frequently. Aim to deter migrants from crossing. Social media videos show members of the far-right group Raise the Colours in Normandy confronting alleged undocumented…
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warns Europe against troops
Lavrov warns Moscow will retaliate forcefully. Threat targets European troop deployment in Ukraine. Retaliation promised if frozen Russian assets seized. In front of Russia’s upper chamber of parliament, the Federation Council, Lavrov gave a speech…
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan meets Germany’s Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Armenian PM Pashinyan met Steinmeier in Berlin. Meeting held during official visit sidelines. PM’s Office released the meeting readout. Following a private meeting between the German chairman and the high minister of Armenia, the addresses…
Ukraine to unveil updated peace plan to the United States
Ukraine to present revised peace plan to US. Plan follows London talks with Europe leaders. Signals renewed diplomatic push for peace. As the war approaches its four-year anniversary, Kyiv wants to counterbalance a US-backed draft that was generally…
New report warns Europe faces deepening decline
New report warns Europe’s decline underway. Economic, political, cultural crises highlighted. Sparks fierce debate among European leaders. According to the National Security Strategy (NSS) study, which President Trump approved, Europe is in danger of…
EU fines Elon Musk’s X €120m for violating digital laws
EU fines Elon Musk’s X €120m. Violated digital laws and regulations. Breach related to online content rules. The EU claimed that a “deceptive” blue tick verification emblem provided to users and the lack of transparency in the…
Vladimir Putin assures Narendra Modi of uninterrupted Russian oil supply
Putin assured Modi of uninterrupted Russian oil. Russia signals defiance against US pressure. Leaders met in Delhi, reaffirmed strong ties. The statement seemed to be aimed at western nations, especially the US, that have tried to put pressure on New…
Trump strategy calls Europe weak and boosts U.S. power
Trump’s administration issued new security strategy. Describes European allies as weak partners. Focuses on reasserting U.S. dominance. The White House’s document, which was made public on Friday, will undoubtedly infuriate longstanding U.S. allies…