Macron to outline France’s contribution to Europe’s nuclear deterrence
Europe has two nuclear-armed powers: France and the UK. While Macron’s initial offer to expand the French nuclear deterrence to European partners went largely ignored in 2020, it is now…
Fearing Ukrainian action, Orbán deploys soldiers to priority energy facilities
The Hungarian prime minister has also ordered a drone flight ban in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county, near the Ukrainian border. Read more at Read More
Spain releases secret 1981 coup documents after 45 years
Spain has published 153 declassified documents on the 1981 23-F coup, revealing orders to shoot to kill and King Juan Carlos I’s role in stopping it. Read more at Read…
Sacked in the morning: Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle faces axe over Gaza debate
Germany’s Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer has allegedly called for Tricia Tuttle to be replaced as director of the Berlin International Film Festival as fallout continues over the…
European Parliament backs new rules for ‘mid-cap’ businesses in simplification effort
EU lawmakers adopted new rules to simplify the legislative framework for so-called “mid-cap” companies on Wednesday as part of its general effort to cut red tape for businesses in Europe.…
EU asks Ukraine to repair Druzhba pipeline as Croatia offers alternative route
The Adria pipeline through Croatia is the most viable alternative to provide oil to Hungary and Slovakia while Druzhba is being repaired, the European Commission said on Wednesday after an…
China to buy up to 120 Airbus aircraft, Germany’s Merz says during Beijing visit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday to deepen ties between two of the world’s leading economies. Read more at Read…
Yerevan to receive new oil shipment in key peace deal development
Armenia is to receive 4,500 tonnes of diesel in February 2026, a key step in peace efforts that has already lowered fuel prices in the South Caucasus country. Read more…
Iran faces renewed student protests in Tehran as new semester begins
Renewed student protests erupt at Tehran universities as a new semester begins, reviving slogans from recent unrest and highlighting growing tensions. Read more at Read More
Millions across Europe express solidarity with Ukraine on the 4th anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine
In Paris, London, Zurich, Belgrade and Warsaw, demonstrations were held in support of the Ukrainian people. Read more at Read More