EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia but leaves maritime services ban on hold
Due to Greece and Malta’s concerns, the full ban on maritime services will be left on hold pending an agreement at the G7 level. The US, however, is going in…
EU approves €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifts controversial veto
The two-month-long impasse over the €90 billion for Ukraine came to an end on Thursday after Hungary lifted its contentious veto. Brussels says the first payment will be made “as…
EU leaders meet in Cyprus to talk Ukraine, Hormuz, energy and mutual defence
One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to…
Iran’s exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi splattered with red liquid in Berlin
The alleged perpetrator, whose name was not released in line with German privacy rules, was immediately detained by police. Read More
‘Ground the jets’ — EU lawmakers take aim at luxury flights in energy crunch
The call comes as Europe’s aviation sector braces for widespread disruption, with airlines warning of flight cancellations. Against this backdrop, European lawmakers argue that continued unrestricted use of private jets…
European Economic Congress 2026: Is Europe too late to the metal recycling game?
As the energy transition drives demand for battery metals, European policymakers are scrambling to catch up on recycling and raw material security — decades after the rest of the world…
European Economic Congress opens in Katowice with focus on self-sufficiency
In the midst of growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty for the continent, the latest iteration of the European Economic Congress began in Katowice on Wednesday with a focus on economic…
Winning Hungary’s election hasn’t stopped false claims about Péter Magyar
Misleading posts misrepresent the Hungarian prime minister-elect by using old clips out of context. Read More
Adapt or lose: Ukraine’s drone war is exposing Europe’s weakness
Europe risks falling behind in modern warfare unless it learns from Ukraine’s rapid, drone-driven innovation model, argues Dr Robert Brüll, founder and CEO of German company FibreCoat, in an opinion…
Watch: Why the fuel crisis might ground your summer vacation flights?
If you are planning a holiday this year, you might want to check your bank balance and your flight status before you pack. Europeans are entering what is shaping up…