Hungary is now officially the poorest country in the European Union—at least in terms of what…
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German government cautions trans, nonbinary travelers about Trump’s U.S. restrictions
Germany – The German government has taken a bold step in response to the discriminatory policies…
Exclusive: Von der Leyen Targeted by Kremlin Disinformation in EU Destabilization Campaign
BRUSSELS, 25 July 2025 — For Kremlin-linked disinformation networks, few political figures offer as ripe a…
EU’s €100 Billion Tariff Threat Masks Deep Economic Reliance on U.S.
BRUSSELS, 23 July 2025 — The European Union’s newly revealed €100 billion retaliation plan against U.S.…
Merz’s Electoral Setback Signals Deeper Crisis as Europe Pivots Beyond U.S. Alliance
BERLIN, 16 July 2025 — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz last week faced an unprecedented political setback,…
Germany pledges €40.5 million to bolster Ukraine’s war-struck SME sector
ROME, 11 July 2025 — Germany has announced a new €40.5 million grant to support Ukraine’s…
Most Armenians Reject Peace With Azerbaijan, Say Karabakh Is Not Lost, Survey Says
Despite the international community’s hopes for a post-war peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan, a new poll…
Europe moves to cut Russian gas ties by 2028—and it’s not just about Ukraine
The European Commission has drawn a firm line in the sand: there will be no return…
Kirsty Coventry elected new IOC president, marking historic firsts
France – Kirsty Coventry has been elected as the new president of the International Olympic Committee…
Reform UK’s choice to appoint a controversial figure to head vetting process raises questions on party’s credibility
Reform UK, the political party that positions itself as a disruptor in UK politics, has made…