How do you make Europe’s rail network faster?
On Monday, rail sector specialists spent a six-hour train ride attempting to figure out how to fix a network that’s fragmented, expensive and arguably holding back European growth. Read More
Russian strike on Kharkiv partially destroys residential building, killing three
Ukraine’s second-largest city remains under aerial attack as it tries to rebuild in time for a harsh winter. Read More
Two tourists missing after floods hit central Italy
Heavy rains have caused thousands to evacuate in Central Europe, Italy and the United Kingdom. Read More
German police arrest four over alleged people smuggling
A total of 400 police officers took part in the operation, which involved federal police, the public prosecutor’s office, and central customs authorities. Read More
Russia strikes Zaporizhzhia again, killing one and wounding six
Moscow stepped up its attacks on the city in Ukraine’s southeast by launching sustained bombardment involving glide bombs, local authorities said. Read More
Will EU’s new defence Commissioner strengthen Europe’s armies? | Radio Schuman
Defence is becoming an increasingly central topic in Europe, and as a result, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen introduced a new portfolio dedicated to the issue’s industrial aspects.…
Can Zelenskyy convince the West to back his ‘victory plan’?
Despite several months of lobbying, Zelenskyy failed to make the case for using Western weapons in Russian territory, and experts are sceptical that the Kremlin is willing to negotiate on…
Sweden and Finland want to tie EU farm subsidies to rule of law
The call comes after Brussels blocked billions in funds to Poland and Hungary due to concerns over judicial reforms and democratic backsliding. Read More
French cabinet meets to discuss tackling budget and migrant issues
The 39 ministers comprising French Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s recently unveiled cabinet will focus on tackling the country’s debts and reducing “unbearable” levels of migration. Read More
Brussels takes China to the WTO over ‘questionable’ probe into EU dairy products
The call for WTO consultations comes as EU and Chinese officials step up talks on the dispute around electric vehicles. Read More