Germany now an energy importer after ditching nuclear power
Now that Germany has done away with nuclear power, the consequences of that decision are becoming clearer;
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Left furious as GoFundMe for accused French police officer tops €1.4 million
Left-wing politicians in France have expressed outrage over a GoFundMe fundraising push for the French police officer accused of killing Nahel M, an incident which…
France living a ‘multicultural nightmare’, says Belgian politician
French citizens were living a “multicultural nightmare” as a result of left-wing immigration policy, claimed a senior Belgian politician.
EU-UK relations defrost but trade remains prickly topic
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has hailed a new "close and friendly" era in post-Brexit European Union-UK relations but admitted issues such as migration,…
Over 500,000 non-Ukrainian refugees now in France
France is now looking after more than 500,000 non-Ukrainian refugees, the country's Office for the Protection of Refugees and Stateless Persons (OFPRA) announced…
Economic expert says Germany needs 1.5 million immigrants a year
Monika Schnitzer, chairwoman of Germany’s Council of Economic Experts, claims her country needs 1.
Bulgarian parties face potential Euro referendum
Bulgaria's main political parties are due to discuss a possible referendum on its use of the Euro currency this week.
Spain’s Sanchez takes up Council presidency promoting ‘Federal’ EU
Spain takes over the rotating leadership of Council, one of the EU's most important institutions, just as the bloc seems to be heading into troubled waters.
Orkneys eye Norway option in apparent threat to quit Scotland
Inhabitants of the Orkney Islands, off the coast of mainland northern Scotland, are considering a breakaway from the Scottish Government.
Two dead after EU-funded hybrid car prototype explodes in Italy
Two researchers died after being severely injured when an EU-funded prototype hybrid electric car exploded in Naples, Italy.
‘Funded by the EU’ signs should clarify cash came from citizens, MEP says
"Funded by the European Union" signs dotted around the EU should clarify that the cash ultimately came from the bloc's citizens, according to one MEP.
Brussels babies: EU wants to help Member States tackle demographic change
The European Commission is aiming to help Member States deal with population decline via a "toolbox" of measures.
Call for protests across France after attack on family home of mayor
French mayors have urged citizens and elected representatives to convene at town halls nationwide on July 3 to express collective outrage at the riots that have…
EU considers concessions as Russia threatens Black Sea Grain Deal
The European Union is considering concessions that will allow more money to flow to Russia.
Poland to send 500 anti-terrorist police to Belarus border
The leader of Poland’s ruling Conservatives says his country would respond to potential threats posed by the Wagner group relocating in Belarus.
EU mulls clampdown on vaping among children
The European Commission may be considering a clampdown on e-cigarette sales to children, a statement by the EC health commissioner on July 3 indicates.
Poland wants nuclear weapons in bid to counter Russian Belarus arsenal
In what may be seen as a dangerous escalation in tensions, Poland wants to station nuclear weapons in the country in response to Russia’s decision to deploy them…
Hungary and Poland stump Migration Pact as summit wraps up
The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, was only left with the option of a fudged workaround.
Qatargate: chief witness Panzeri spoils for fight with co-accused Tarabella
Ex-MEP, Pier Antonio Panzeri, the key witness in the Qatargate cash-for-influence inquiry rocking the European Parliament, has taken pot-shots at Belgian Socialist…
EU agrees ‘long-term’ security commitment to Ukraine
European Union leaders at the European Council summit in Brussels on June 30 declared their long-term commitment to bolster Ukraine's security, condemning Russia's…
European Council reconvenes after Migration Pact deadlock
European Union leaders find themselves returning to the European Council on June 30 after failing to reach a final agreement on the proposed and highly contentious…
Poland accuses EU of ‘miserly’ support over Ukrainian refugee crisis
Poland is pressing for revisions to the European Union budget to increase funds it is allocated for coping with the Ukrainian refugee crisis, citing the amount of…
Violence erupts in Brussels after French rioting spreads
Migrant youngsters took to social media to urge protestors to take to the streets.
Iraq discovers major ISIS terrorist plot against UK
Iraqi special forces targeted an ISIS terrorist hideout in the Iraq desert and uncovered plans for an attack in the UK, according to British media.
UK Court of Appeal torpedoes Rwanda migrant plan
The British Court of Appeal has ruled against the UK Government, declaring its policy to deport migrants to Rwanda is illegal.
Farage claims banks are part of ‘establishment plot’ against him
British former Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage, a continual thorn in the side of the European Union, claims that the UK establishment is trying to force him to…
EU leaders meet in Brussels for talks on Russia and migration
European Union leaders gathered on June 29 in Brussels to discuss the most important issues facing the bloc of 27 Member States.
Qatargate: Greek police raid homes of MEP Kaili and her sister
Greek and Belgian financial police have searched the Athens homes of Greek MEP Eva Kaili and her sister.
Australia says EU’s offer on free trade isn’t ‘good enough’
The European Union has failed to offer Australia satisfactory terms to seal a free-trade accord, Trade Minister Don Farrell said, as small but important sticking…
Apple defies EU over antitrust charges in Spotify probe
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