Month: April 2025

Putin, Zelensky Pay Homage to Pope Francis

In his last Urbi et Orbi message on Easter Sunday, the pope called on the actors involved to “keep up their efforts to reach a just and lasting peace.”

Candles lit at the statue of John Paul II outside the Gemelli University Hospital in Rome on March 4, 2025

What Is the Legacy of Pope Francis (1936-2025)?

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21st, at his Casa Santa Marta residence. His papacy challenged tradition and orthodoxy, upsetting many conservatives in the Church.

Who’s Really Pulling the Strings in Portuguese Politics and Press?

Who’s Really Pulling the Strings in Portuguese Politics and Press?

Uncovering where all the USAID money went in the Iberian country would only reveal the tip of the political influencing iceberg.

April 17, 2025
Dutch Court Cuts Stabber’s Sentence Citing “Schizophrenia”

Dutch Court Cuts Stabber’s Sentence Citing “Schizophrenia”

The Syrian migrant was sentenced to only 2.5 years for attempted manslaughter despite stabbing an elderly woman six times.

April 17, 2025
Every Fourth Asylum Seeker Wants To Go to Germany

Every Fourth Asylum Seeker Wants To Go to Germany

As a reflection of its strict immigration policies, Hungary saw fewer asylum seekers than even Liechtenstein.

April 16, 2025
Kallas Threatens Georgia Over Law Curbing Foreign Grants to Local NGOs

Kallas Threatens Georgia Over Law Curbing Foreign Grants to Local NGOs

The Commission VP said the move “undermines” the country’s EU candidate status.

April 16, 2025
German Doctor Accused of Murdering 15 Patients in Palliative Care

German Doctor Accused of Murdering 15 Patients in Palliative Care

On five occasions, the accused allegedly also set fire to the homes of the victims.

April 16, 2025
Homeward Bound: Syrians Return After Regime Shift

Homeward Bound: Syrians Return After Regime Shift

More than 170,000 Syrian refugees have left Turkey and returned to their home country.

April 16, 2025
Lithuania Aims To Mend Ties with China After Fallout

Lithuania Aims To Mend Ties with China After Fallout

The Baltic country is the only EU member state without diplomatic relations with the Asian giant.

April 16, 2025
Dublin Elite Worries Voters Might Pick ‘Wrong’ Mayor

Dublin Elite Worries Voters Might Pick ‘Wrong’ Mayor

Backers of direct election are bailing, fearing a fighter—literally—could land the job.

April 16, 2025
Danish Soldiers To Train in Drone Warfare in Ukraine

Danish Soldiers To Train in Drone Warfare in Ukraine

Details are still being finalized, but both instructors and soldiers are expected to begin training sessions as early as this summer.

April 16, 2025
Rubio-Szijjártó Phone Call Reaffirms Close U.S.-Hungary Ties

Rubio-Szijjártó Phone Call Reaffirms Close U.S.-Hungary Ties

The U.S. Secretary of State informed his Hungarian colleague that the entry ban on senior Hungarian government official Antal Rogán has been removed.

April 16, 2025
Musk’s DOGE Cancels Another $215 million in International Grants

Musk’s DOGE Cancels Another $215 million in International Grants

“Independent media” in Europe will have to “support peace and democracy” without $1.7 million from U.S. taxpayers.

April 16, 2025
Meloni Hails EU Additions to ‘Safe Countries’ List

Meloni Hails EU Additions to ‘Safe Countries’ List

The move is expected to make deportations easier and cut the number of asylum applications.

April 16, 2025