EU Politics
Elections, groups, leaders and the fights that decide the direction of the Union.
Data Dilemma: EU’s AI Infrastructure Plan Splits Capitals Over Cash
A push for state-backed data centres leaves member states weighing the cost of staying in the artificial intelligence race.
Dismantling the Diplomatic Machine
Plans to overhaul or break up the European External Action Service gather speed in Brussels.
Slovenian Parliament Strips Former PM Golob of Immunity Over Police Probe
Former interior minister claims ex-premier asked her to meddle in police staffing decisions.
Kallas Labels Leipzig Drone Attack 'State-Sponsored Terrorism' as EU Eyes Massive Sanctions Package
Brussels considers 1,600 new targets aimed directly at Russia's military-industrial complex.
Clear the Skies: Zelensky Warns Foreign Carriers Over Russian Airspace
As Ukrainian drone strikes escalate, non-aligned airlines are urged to steer clear of Russian territory.
Berlin Blames Moscow for Leipzig Drone Attack
Germany officially attributes airport sabotage to Russia, but Chancellor Merz keeps his personal pulpit in reserve.
Order Stranded in Ceuta as Post-Crossing Chaos Lingers
A month after thousands crossed into Spain's North African exclave, makeshift camps and clashes leave Madrid scrambling for a response.
Merkel Visits Bucharest for Talks on European Unity
Romania's president hosts the former chancellor to discuss strengthening the bloc's collective role.
Smash, Grab, and Muscle: Europol Warns Museum Heists Are Turning Violent
A new assessment from The Hague points to increasingly aggressive tactics in cultural property crime.
Overhead Economics: Parliament Pledges Fresh Look at Rooftop Power
A new inquiry from the European Parliament looks to the tiles for the bloc's energy future.
Berlin points finger at Moscow after drone strike on Ukrainian cargo plane
Germany orders the closure of Russia’s Bonn consulate after intelligence agencies trace a sabotage attempt in Leipzig back to the Kremlin.
Baltic backchannel: Lithuania highlights CIA Moscow trip aimed at defusing tensions
A public nod to high-level US-Russia intelligence contacts underscores Eastern Europe's watchful eye on Washington's diplomacy.
Money Talks, But Cash Still Walks: ECB Finds Physical Currency Dominates Merchant Acceptance
A report from Frankfurt confirms that notes and coins remain the euro area's most widely accepted way to pay.
France Puts a Price Tag on Ultra-Fast Fashion
Paris targets high-volume clothing giants with new pricing surcharges aimed at curbing environmental harm.
Frontex Sweep Nets 112 Arrests Along Western Balkans Route
A coordinated operation targets human trafficking networks operating along one of Europe’s main migration corridors.
Le Pen leads French presidential polls eight months out from vote
A new study by polling institute Cluster 17 shows the far-right leader dominating both first and second-round voting intentions.
Domestic Stumbles Send German Leaders Seeking Solace Abroad
As state election fallout looms in eastern Germany, Friedrich Merz and national political figures pivot to the international stage.
Washington Prepares $4 Million Fund for Right-Wing European Media
A modest sum by US standards signals a direct push to finance conservative outlets across the Atlantic.
Boom or Bust: Economists Pour Cold Water on the AfD’s Economic Gospel
Germany’s far-right party promises a golden age for Europe’s largest economy, but analysts warn its platform risks delivering the exact opposite.
Made in Poland: Warsaw Shifts Focus to Domestic Defence Production
As Poland expands its military forces, the government is steering strategic procurement toward home-grown industry.
Marine Le Pen’s Hijab Ban Proposal Triggers Backlash at Home and Within Her Party
The French far-right figurehead faces pushback from political rivals and internal unease over her controversial proposal.
Berlin Pins Drone Incursion on Moscow and Vows Retaliation
Germany takes a tougher stance against Russia following an unauthorized aerial intrusion near Leipzig.
Spain Turns to Brussels as Border Strain Reaches Ceuta
Madrid requests European assistance to process migrants following arrests in its North African enclave.
Cold Shoulder: Iceland’s Rejection Delivers Reality Check to EU Enlargement
A 'No' vote from Reykjavik leaves Brussels pondering the limits of its institutional attraction.
Neighbourly Visit: Ed Miliband to Join EU Foreign Ministers in Ireland
Britain’s top diplomat signals a renewed focus on European ties with an appearance across the Irish Sea.
Spain Calls on Brussels for Migrant Processing Support Following Ceuta Arrests
Madrid seeks European assistance in its North African enclave as local administrative capacity faces strain.
Spain Absolves Rabat Over Ceuta Border Breach
Madrid moves swiftly to protect diplomatic relations following an incident at its North African enclave.
Diplomatic Friction: European Powers Bristle at Russia's G20 Re-engagement
Friction resurfaces in global forums as Western attempts to isolate Moscow clash with multilateral realities.
Offshore Dreams: Why Europe’s Obsession with Migration ‘Return Hubs’ May Fall Short
Outsourcing deportations to third countries is the policy trend of the moment, but legal and logistical realities tell a soberer story.
Germany’s Battle Over Memory Reaches the Ballot Box
As the AfD targets gains in eastern state elections, its call for a 'positive' view of history collides with Germany's post-war identity.
Sánchez Clears Morocco Over Ceuta Surge, Citing Lack of Evidence
The Spanish prime minister pushes back against claims that Rabat orchestrated the recent influx into the North African enclave.
Icelandic Voters Say No to EU Accession Talks
Reykjavík turns its attention to alternative security partnerships after the electorate rejects renewed membership negotiations with Brussels.
Border checks stay on the Mediterranean: Italy prolongs Schengen pause with Spain
Passport-free travel takes another hit as Rome maintains internal controls inside Europe's borderless zone.
Missed Targets, As Usual: Over Half of EU States Blow Past Nature Restoration Deadline
National capitals struggle to turn Brussels' flagship green legislation into actual national plans on time.
Grey-Zone Flare-Up: Baltic States Sound Alarm on Escalating Hybrid Warfare
Littoral nations warn of intensifying covert threats, putting EU resilience and maritime security under fresh scrutiny.
Macron Asks Europe to Buy French Frigates Following Swedish Deal
Paris leverages a naval contract with Stockholm to renew its push for European defense preference.