Day: April 16, 2025

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus delivers a speech at the World Health Organization (WHO) HUB during the 'Global Health in Transition 2025' event in Berlin on April 2, 2025.

EU Ready To Let WHO Dictate Pandemic Policies

The World Health Organization says its pandemic agreement doesn’t stand on the toes of sovereign nations, but may need to do some convincing ahead of ratification.

Budget Backlash: PM’s Plan Could Topple Another French Government

Budget Backlash: PM’s Plan Could Topple Another French Government

“We will not let measures against the French pass when there is so much waste and mismanagement of public finances,” Marine Le Pen commented.

April 16, 2025
EU Ready To Let WHO Dictate Pandemic Policies

EU Ready To Let WHO Dictate Pandemic Policies

The World Health Organization says its pandemic agreement doesn’t stand on the toes of sovereign nations, but may need to do some convincing ahead of ratification.

April 16, 2025
Queen Ursula’s Plot To Rule Europe—and Save the World

Queen Ursula’s Plot To Rule Europe—and Save the World

Not national governments, not even Brussels, but Commission chief von der Leyen alone can and must deliver us all—or at least that is what she thinks.

April 16, 2025
Olive Trees vs Solar Panels: Going Green Means No More Greens?

Olive Trees vs Solar Panels: Going Green Means No More Greens?

As many as 100,000 olive trees could be uprooted to fulfill green transition goals.

April 16, 2025
Czech PM: EU Overreach Now a Security Threat

Czech PM: EU Overreach Now a Security Threat

Petr Fiala urged EU leaders to seize what he sees as a critical moment for reform

April 16, 2025
Iran Lashes Out as U.S. Nuclear Talks Shift to Rome

Iran Lashes Out as U.S. Nuclear Talks Shift to Rome

The move comes as Washington ramps up pressure for a breakthrough on Iran’s nuclear program.

April 16, 2025
France on Edge as Coordinated Attacks Target Prison Staff

France on Edge as Coordinated Attacks Target Prison Staff

Officials warn the violence marks a new and alarming escalation.

April 16, 2025
Greece Cuts Growth Forecast as U.S. Tariffs Take a Toll

Greece Cuts Growth Forecast as U.S. Tariffs Take a Toll

The Mediterranean country still wants closer U.S. ties despite rising trade tensions.

April 16, 2025
Latvia To Withdraw From Anti-Landmine Treaty Amid Russian Threat

Latvia To Withdraw From Anti-Landmine Treaty Amid Russian Threat

The move comes as nearby countries rethink old defence rules.

April 16, 2025
Vance Calls Free Speech Key to UK Trade Deal

Vance Calls Free Speech Key to UK Trade Deal

U.S. VP will bring his fears for European freedom of expression to the negotiating table, sources say.

April 16, 2025
Muslims Evade Swiss Face-Covering Ban With Surgical Masks

Muslims Evade Swiss Face-Covering Ban With Surgical Masks

Interlaken officials navigate legal grey areas amid tourist workarounds.

April 16, 2025
France Finally Picks Up the Gauntlet in Algeria Row 

France Finally Picks Up the Gauntlet in Algeria Row 

For the first time in a long while, France is sending Algeria the clear message that it will not tolerate further provocations by its former colony.

April 16, 2025