Iran and US closer to Hormuz deal despite fresh strikes
European countries are also preparing to take part in the demining of the strategic waterway.
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Northern EU states reject ‘Friends of Cohesion’ push to expand farm budget and stretch recovery debt repayment
The signatories argued in their statement that the CAP, the Common Fisheries Policy and Cohesion were "the only policies facing cuts in real terms".
EU extends Russia human rights sanctions until 2027
The measures include the freezing of assets and a ban on entering or transiting through EU territory for those on the list.
EU adopts new rules to boost voting rights for mobile citizens in municipal elections
According to the Council, these citizens have often struggled to access clear information about how to vote.
Two children and two supervisors die after minibus hits train in Belgium
The accident occurred at around 8:15 am at the Vierhuizen crossing on Stationsstraat.
Dutch government backs EU plan for migrant return hubs outside the bloc
"We aren't making any announcements on that just yet, but we are certainly ambitious in that regard".
Gibraltar’s Chief Minister hails end of ‘damaging’ uncertainty before border fence comes down
Immigration, policing and justice will remain the responsibility of the Gibraltar authorities, while the territory is set to form a customs union with the EU.
Venice Biennale unleashes cultural rift on Italian right
In recent months, several prominent conservative intellectuals have voiced concerns about what they describe as the government's lack of a coherent long-term cultural…
EU adopts sanctions targeting Iran’s blockade of Strait of Hormuz
EU citizens and companies are also forbidden from making funds, financial assets or economic resources available to those listed.
Poland urges officials to ditch Signal as foreign hackers target government accounts
According to the Polish Government, the hackers have aimed to seize control of Signal accounts by impersonating the app's technical support staff.
IMF urges France to rein in public spending and accelerate fiscal consolidation
In assessment of the country, the Fund noted that France's public spending reached the highest level in the euro area.
‘Stay in Europe, ignore some rules’: Bardella explicit RN’s new EU doctrine ahead of 2027
"When the Germans want to defend their interests, no matter how they go about it, they succeed. We have never been able to do the same".
Rutte and Nawrocki welcome US troop boost in Poland after Trump reversal
The deployment had earlier been put on hold as part of a wider reduction of US forces in Europe.
Greenlanders rally against Trump bid to control Arctic island
"Greenland belongs to us. It's our country. It doesn't belong to Denmark or the United States. We are a people and we live here".
Spanish opposition figures to join Madrid march demanding Sánchez resignation
The Zapatero investigation adds to a long list of cases affecting Pedro Sánchez's political circle.
Trump pledges 5,000 more US troops for Poland citing Nawrocki election win
"Based on the successful Election of the now President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki".
Rutte warns of ‘devastating’ NATO response to any attack on ally
"Let no one be in any doubt. Our capability and our determination to defend every ally are absolute.
Italy and Spain demand EU sanctions on Israeli minister Ben-Gvir
Both requests have followed a video published by Ben-Gvir on Wednesday in which dozens of activists are seen forced to kneel on the ground.
Andalusia deepens European socialism’s long retreat
After defeats in the UK and Denmark, the socialists have suffered another heavy setback and are struggling to make their case in the contemporary political arena.
EU aid set to become a lever against partners of Russia and Iran
The European Union is one of the world's largest providers of external assistance.
Merz proposes EU ‘associate member’ status for Ukraine
Kyiv would also have a representative at the EC, the bloc's executive arm, and non-voting members in the European Parliament.
EP backs renewal of EU fisheries deals with Cook Islands and São Tomé
The two protocols will secure access for European tuna boats and surface longliners in exchange for financial contributions.
Bataclan terrorist already granted penitentiary leave in Belgium
Mohamed Bakkali has already benefited from several short permissions since July 2025.
Rutte says US troop withdrawal from Europe ‘no surprise’ and will not weaken NATO defence
The NATO chief framed the changes as part of a wider rebalancing of responsibilities inside the alliance.
Spanish left closes ranks around Zapatero as opposition demands Sánchez resign
From the Socialist parliamentary group to the UGT trade union, Sánchez's political family has rallied behind the former prime minister — even as ERC and Podemos…
Brussels mayor faces pressure over ‘largest’ US Fourth of July celebration in Europe
Philippe Close has come under mounting pressure over plans to host what the US Embassy has described as the "largest Fourth of July celebration outside the United…
Kallas says NATO deterrence in Europe remains ‘intact’ despite US troop pullback
"All of this comes at a cost, but deterring aggression is cheaper than waging a war".
EP backs tighter screening of Chinese and Russian investment in EU strategic sectors
The sectors covered include defence, financial services, semiconductors, telecommunications, transport and raw materials.
Merkel receives Order of Merit of the European Parliament, calls for more control of social media
The European Parliament has conferred its inaugural European Order of Merit on a group of high-profile figures, including former German chancellor Angela Merkel,…
Italy and Albania reaffirm migrantion deal amid doubts over its future
Meloni has repeatedly framed the agreement not only as a tool for protecting Italy's national borders.