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The next ‘big bang’: How the EU can fast-track enlargement amid geopolitical tensions
The article discusses the challenges and considerations for the European Union (EU) in potentially expanding its membership rapidly to include countries from the Western Balkans, Ukraine, and Moldova....
The EU’s China Fault Line Runs Through Spain
Spain's approach towards electric vehicle tariffs, retaliatory pork taxes, and 5G technology debates highlights how its policies can stabilize relations with China while also creating internal tension...
France's inaugural defence bond issuance shows appetite across Europe is strong
France's public investment bank sought to raise €1 billion with its initial defence bond issuance but received interest nearly four times that amount. This high level of demand could bolster the case ...
Is Europe’s spending boom fuelling a new dangerous debt spiral?
European nations are increasing their debt levels due to government spending initiatives, particularly in Germany and for defense purposes. Experts express concern about growing market reluctance as t...
‘Unhappy’ Putin Sends Message to West With Ukraine Strike on EU Border
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on Ukrainian positions near the European Union’s border as a response to alleged drone attacks against his residence in December. Analysts interpret ...
Cyprus Becomes EU Presidency: Will Relations with Turkey Be Affected?
Cyprus has assumed the presidency of the European Union for six months starting from July 2022. The article discusses how this might influence its bilateral relations with Turkey, which are currently ...
China-Europe travel market’s resilience keeps Air France-KLM optimistic despite headwinds
Despite trade tensions between China and the EU, Chinese tourists continue to make Paris and other European cities their top travel destinations due to enhanced trade and visa-free entry policies for ...
From Ukraine War to Tariffs: Times EU Yielded to Trump in 2025
The article reviews instances where the European Union compromised with former U.S. President Donald Trump on issues ranging from the conflict in Ukraine to trade tariffs and sanctions, detailing how ...
Can Europe rebuild its strength to trade with China without fear?
The beginning of 2026 saw escalating tensions between China and the European Union over the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Chinese electric vehicle exports. However, efforts to address th...
EU: Washington's Takeover of Greenland Means End of NATO... Ready Militarily Against Any Threat
The European Union has expressed concern that if the United States were to take control of Greenland, it could signal an end to NATO’s current structure. Additionally, the EU stated they are prepared ...
EU Acknowledges: Direct Talks with Putin Are Inevitable
The EU has recognized that direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin are unavoidable as a means to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and other regional issues....
Multiple Options... How the EU and NATO Can Prevent Trump From Annexing Greenland
The article discusses various strategies that the European Union (EU) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) could employ to counter U.S. President Donald Trump's potential move to annex Greenl...
NATO's Silence on Trump's Greenland Military Comment Stirs Anger Among European Allies
President Donald Trump raised concerns about NATO allies by mentioning potential military interests in Greenland without consulting other alliance members. This has caused displeasure and unease among...
Trump Repeatedly Threatens to Take Greenland; Europe Issues Strong Warnings Again
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly issued threats regarding the possibility of purchasing Greenland from Denmark. This statement has sparked significant concern among European nations who have e...
Latest Greenland Crisis Developments and Trump... French Warning Against End of NATO
The article discusses the latest developments concerning President Donald Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland from Denmark and how this affects EU-NATO relations. It highlights a warning by Franc...
UK and Europe examine military dispatch
The UK and European nations are considering the deployment of troops as part of ongoing discussions about regional security and potential scenarios requiring joint NATO efforts....
FT Reveals EU Concern Over NATO Response to Possible Greenland Takeover
The Financial Times (FT) reports on the European Union's anxiety regarding NATO's reaction and readiness should Greenland be threatened or taken over by a hostile nation. The article highlights concer...
EU-Mercosur Trade deal: What You Need to Know
The article discusses the potential implications of the EU's largest trade deal yet with Mercosur (a South American trade bloc), including its winners and losers as well as potential obstacles. It hig...
What Could European Troop Deployment in Ukraine Look Like?
This article from Deutsche Welle analyzes potential scenarios for European troop deployment in Ukraine if necessary. It examines strategic considerations, political implications, and logistical challe...
EU intercepts oil tanker 'Olina' in Caribbean; links it to Venezuela's ghost fleet
The European Union has intercepted an oil tanker named Olina operating in the Caribbean and has linked the vessel to what is known as Venezuela’s 'ghost fleet.' This development ties into ongoing conc...
‘I don’t need international law’: Trump’s Wild West doctrine freezes European brains
European nations are grappling with the implications of US President Donald Trump's approach to international relations, which disregards traditional diplomatic norms and multilateral agreements. The ...
How Macron's Domestic Weakness Undermines His Clout in Brussels
The article discusses how Emmanuel Macron's domestic political challenges have limited his influence within the European Union (EU). It highlights that despite his ambitious initiatives to strengthen ...
Big Chinese drones, European fighters: the 2026 combat-aircraft outlook
The article forecasts key developments in combat aircraft technology and procurement for the year 2026, focusing on advancements such as large drones from China, specifically mentioning the Xian H-20 ...
Ukraine Allies Agree to Provide Multilayered Security Guarantees as Part of a Peace Proposal
Allies of Ukraine have committed to offering multi-layer security assurances as part of an initiative aimed at facilitating peace in the region....
Europe’s top leaders rally to defend Greenland against Trump’s threats
Eight European leaders have united to assert that only Denmark and Greenland can decide the future of the Arctic island, countering perceived threats from US President Donald Trump....
Trump’s Greenland logic spells trouble for Europe and NATO
The potential for U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive stance on international affairs, notably his interest in Venezuela, has European officials worried about how this might translate to a simila...
US to Europe: Deregulate AI or Face ‘Civilizational Erasure’
A senior US official has issued a warning that overly restrictive regulations on artificial intelligence by the European Union are leading to an economic rift between Washington and Brussels. The offi...
War forced Ukraine to build a banking system the EU doesn’t have (INFOGRAPHIC)
Ukraine's crisis-driven financial infrastructure has evolved into a model for nations dealing with cyber threats and infrastructure attacks. The country's adaptation from wartime necessities led to th...
Zelenskyy Meets Europeans In Next Round Of Fitful Peace Process
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine met with European officials to discuss ongoing efforts towards a peace process that remains largely stagnant and challenging....
Putin's Threats to Europe: Anatomy of a Great Deception
The article discusses how Russian President Putin uses strategic opacity and misinformation to enhance his nation's image of power and influence in Europe, exploiting their insecurities for geopolitic...
Jan Campbell: Warning Not Only for EU and NATO
The article discusses potential security threats that are not limited to EU and NATO member states but also affect broader European security concerns. Jan Campbell warns about the increasing aggressiv...
Europe's Belated Strategic Awakening
Leon Hadar from The National Interest discusses recent European efforts to increase defense spending, coordinate military procurement and develop independent strategic capabilities as a response to ch...
PUTIN'S ALLY ACCUSES EUROPEAN COUNTRY OF RUSSOPHOBIA
An ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused an unidentified European country of being discriminatory towards Russia and Russians, characterizing such attitudes as Russophobia....
Ukraine Plans Change! Wants Europe's Ceasefire Entrusted to Turkey: Critical Talks on Ankara Line
Ukraine is considering entrusting the European ceasefire to Turkey as part of new strategic plans. This involves critical diplomatic discussions taking place between Ukrainian and Turkish officials in...
Ukraine Joins EU Roaming Regime
The article discusses Ukraine's recent decision or status of joining the roaming regulation regime within the European Union, which would likely reduce costs for users traveling between Ukraine and EU...
Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
Israel plans to ban 37 aid organizations from operating in Gaza unless they provide detailed information about their Palestinian staff by midnight on Wednesday. The move has faced criticism from the U...
Carney Speaks With European Leaders On Efforts To Reach Ukraine Peace Deal
Stephen Carney, who serves as NATO's deputy assistant secretary general for communications and information, recently communicated with European leaders regarding ongoing efforts to broker a peaceful r...
ESA confirms data breach
The European Space Agency (ESA) has confirmed a security breach of unclassified data from its science servers following social media reports. A threat actor claimed to have compromised ESA systems and...
India’s Triple Game – USA, EU and Russia: A Summary of 2025
In 2025, India continued its foreign policy approach of maintaining good relations with the US, EU, and Russia while avoiding clear alignment with any single global power. Key events included a failur...
Mark Rutte Warned Europe, There Is No Alternative To NATO
Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte emphasized during recent engagements that there is no viable alternative to NATO for ensuring European security and stability....
European Commission chief to join Trump-Zelenskyy call hours before Florida meeting
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, will take part in an upcoming phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy before their face-to-...
Europe set to finalize Ukraine security guarantees in January
European nations are expected to finalize security assurances for Ukraine in January 2024, aiming to bolster the country's defense and stability amidst ongoing regional tensions....
Mercosur summit: Lula, Milei clash over US-Venezuela tensions
At the Mercosur summit, President Lula of Brazil criticized potential US military intervention in Venezuela for causing a humanitarian crisis and urged EU nations to demonstrate 'courage' by sealing a...
‘Europe must change its understanding of modern warfare,’ EU defence chief says
The EU's defence chief expressed concern over inadequacies in the bloc's response to drone incursions into member states' airspace, which are altering warfare doctrines. He suggested that the EU could...
Fragmentation, distractions weaken Europe’s Indo-Pacific pivot
Europe's increased focus on the Indo-Pacific region faces challenges due to internal divisions and competing strategic priorities. To maintain momentum in this critical area, Europe needs to develop a...
Elbit supplies Iron Fist APS for European CV90 fighting vehicles
Israeli Elbit Systems has been awarded contracts worth $150 million to supply its Iron Fist Active Protection System (APS) for integration on CV90 infantry fighting vehicles used by European NATO memb...
EU Prepares for Negotiations with Putin
The European Union is preparing for upcoming negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on resolving key issues and stabilizing the situation in Eastern Europe....
EU Credit for Ukraine - France Proposes Arms Purchase Restrictions
France has proposed imposing restrictions on weapons purchases as part of the EU credit program for Ukraine. The proposal centers around managing the flow and oversight of defense aid provided to Ukra...
NATO Silent on Trump's Fears of Greenland Military Invasion
The article discusses concerns over President Donald Trump's expressed interest and possible intentions regarding military actions towards Greenland, yet notes that NATO remains silent or has not take...
A Threat to Europe: German Arrow 3 Missile Defense Not Ready for 'Oreshnik' Interception
The German Arrow 3 missile defense system, situated as part of the European shield against ballistic missiles, is reported to be unprepared for interception of the 'Oreshnik', a hypothetical threat. T...
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