Month: February 2025

Danish Asylum Numbers Hit Record Low

‘Zero refugee’ policy shows the way for Europe as Denmark breaks a 40-year record with only 860 individuals granted asylum in 2024.

Polish Government Under Criminal Probe for ‘Coup d’État’

Polish Government Under Criminal Probe for ‘Coup d’État’

Constitutional Tribunal President says the Tusk government and its affiliates had been acting “in an organized criminal group.”

February 6, 2025
France Considers Birthright Citizenship Crackdown in Mayotte

France Considers Birthright Citizenship Crackdown in Mayotte

The island has been the most favoured destination of mothers giving birth so their children could become French—now it could be a testing ground for tougher laws in mainland France.

February 6, 2025
Labour Cancels Elections for Millions of UK Voters

Labour Cancels Elections for Millions of UK Voters

While this undemocratic manoeuvre boosts the Reform leader’s messaging, it could potentially limit his party’s access to public funds.

February 6, 2025
Brussels Authorities Clueless About Three Shootings in 24 Hours

Brussels Authorities Clueless About Three Shootings in 24 Hours

“We don’t know who we’re dealing with,” prosecutors said—while heavily armed suspects remain at large.

February 6, 2025
French PM Survives Two No-Confidence Votes

French PM Survives Two No-Confidence Votes

Bayrou can celebrate a small personal victory, but France is left waiting for reforms.

February 6, 2025
The Monarch: a Lasting Symbol of National Unity

The Monarch: a Lasting Symbol of National Unity

“We are facing a genuine crisis of civilisation—not only in Brazil but also in Europe, in America, and across the globe. This is a moment of polarisation, a crisis of values and principles. It represents a clash of belief systems.”
An Interview with HIRH Rafael of Orléans-Bragança, Prince Imperial of Brazil

February 6, 2025
Brussels Plans Special Tribunal To Prosecute Russia for Ukraine War

Brussels Plans Special Tribunal To Prosecute Russia for Ukraine War

Western powers seek to open another battlefront, this time in the courts—a move aiming to force Russia to the negotiating table.

February 5, 2025
‘Queen Ursula’ Tightens Grip on EU Foreign Policy

‘Queen Ursula’ Tightens Grip on EU Foreign Policy

Foreign policy decisions should be reserved for member states, but EU treaties mean little to von der Leyen’s hyper-centralized Commission.

February 5, 2025
A New Right-Wing Party in Spain?

A New Right-Wing Party in Spain?

The creation of a new party would further fragment Spain’s already fractured conservative bloc and hinder Spain’s shift to the right.

February 5, 2025
Israeli Hostages in UN Shelters: “UNRWA Is Not Even Denying It”

Israeli Hostages in UN Shelters: “UNRWA Is Not Even Denying It”

As President Trump withdraws the U.S. from UNRWA, Europe continues to support the scandal-hit UN agency.

February 5, 2025
Austria Coalition Talks Still on Track Despite “Breakdown” Reports

Austria Coalition Talks Still on Track Despite “Breakdown” Reports

While there are key disagreements on EU and Ukraine policy, both FPÖ and ÖVP remain committed to governing together.

February 5, 2025
French PM Could End Left’s Grip on Paris, Lyon & Marseille

French PM Could End Left’s Grip on Paris, Lyon & Marseille

Reforming the outdated PLM law could restore true democracy in France’s biggest cities, where conservative voices have been sidelined for decades.

February 5, 2025