Reporting on European geopolitics including EU policy, NATO developments, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and political shifts across the continent.
Conflicts & Security · Europe
EU Eyes Ending Protection for Ukrainian Men of Fighting Age
The European Commission is considering revoking temporary protection status for military-age Ukrainian men, a move backed by several EU member states and even Kyiv itself, as the war grinds on.
Conflicts & Security · Europe
Monaco Blast: No Terror Link Found, Suspect Still at Large
Monaco prosecutors have ruled out terrorism after an explosive device wounded three people near a building entrance, as authorities continue hunting the unidentified suspect who fled the scene.
Global Issues · Europe
World Cup 2026 Penalty Drama: Germany and Netherlands Bow Out
Germany and the Netherlands suffer heartbreaking penalty shootout exits at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reviving painful memories of past tournament failures for both footballing giants.
Conflicts & Security · Europe
Magdeburg Christmas Market Killer Gets Life Sentence
A German court sentenced Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen to life imprisonment for driving an SUV into a Christmas market crowd in 2024, killing six and injuring hundreds in one of Germany's deadliest terror attacks.
Global Issues · Europe
Manifesta Biennial Breathes New Life into Germany's Empty Churches
The Manifesta art biennial is transforming hundreds of empty postwar churches in Germany's Ruhr region into vibrant cultural spaces, blending contemporary art with sacred architecture and reigniting debates about heritage, identity, and urban renewal.
Diplomacy · Europe
Hungary's Magyar Launches 'Operation Purgatory' Against Orbán
Hungary's new government under Péter Magyar moves swiftly to dismantle Viktor Orbán's political system, targeting corruption, media reform, and democratic restoration in a historic political shift.
Global Issues · Europe
Penelope Keith: The Queen of British Sitcom Snobbery
Penelope Keith's unmatched portrayal of comic snobs in The Good Life and To the Manor Born defined British television comedy, blending sharp wit with surprising warmth that made her characters unforgettable.
Global Issues · Europe
Portugal's Ronaldo Crisis: Can a Legend Rediscover Form?
Portugal face Uzbekistan as Cristiano Ronaldo struggles with poor form and a social media storm targets his teammates, raising questions about his future role.
Diplomacy · Europe
Germany: Heat Wave Ends, Diplomacy Heats Up in Washington
Germany's record-breaking heat wave gives way to storms and cooler temperatures, as Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul heads to Washington for critical NATO and bilateral talks with the United States.
Diplomacy · Europe
Burnham's Bold Vision: Devolution and Discipline for UK's Future
Andy Burnham, frontrunner to succeed Keir Starmer as Labour leader, has outlined a sweeping policy vision centred on devolution and fiscal discipline, though he faced criticism for avoiding press questions after his speech.
Global Issues · Europe
Europe Heatwave 2026: Ukraine Grid Under Dual Threat
A record-breaking heatwave gripping central and eastern Europe pushes temperatures to 38°C, threatening over 130 million people — with war-torn Ukraine facing a uniquely dangerous double crisis as both extreme heat and Russian attacks strain its already battered energy network.
Global Issues · Europe
Slovenia's LGBTQ+ Rights: Pride Amid Rising Political Tension
As Pride Month concludes, Slovenia's LGBTQ+ community faces a dual reality of growing public support and increasing political hostility under the new Jansa government, which symbolically removed a rainbow flag from the Culture Ministry.