Day: September 18, 2025

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is seen prior to a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council at the Independence Palace in Minsk on June 27, 2025.

Belarus: Dissident Back in Prison

Mikola Statkevich is back in Belarusian custody after refusing to leave for Lithuania, raising fears for his safety.

Looming Crisis Can Crash Europe’s Banks

When the next major fiscal crisis hits, Europe’s credit-challenged governments will pull down the banks with them. A crisis bigger than the one 15 years ago can no longer be ruled out.

Bolivian Parliament Passes Bill To End Child Marriage

Bolivian Parliament Passes Bill To End Child Marriage

La Paz will now fully ban underage marriages, with criminal penalties for offenders.

September 18, 2025
Looming Crisis Can Crash Europe’s Banks

Looming Crisis Can Crash Europe’s Banks

When the next major fiscal crisis hits, Europe’s credit-challenged governments will pull down the banks with them. A crisis bigger than the one 15 years ago can no longer be ruled out.

September 18, 2025
Court Slaps Down Political Elites Over AfD Judge Exclusion

Court Slaps Down Political Elites Over AfD Judge Exclusion

The ruling is a reminder that while establishment parties seek to sideline the AfD, the German constitution guarantees equal access to public office.

September 18, 2025
European Parliament Could Lift Immunity of Violent Far-Left Italian MEP

European Parliament Could Lift Immunity of Violent Far-Left Italian MEP

Ilaria Salis faces charges in Budapest of criminal assault—with a possible 11-year prison sentence if her parliamentary immunity is ended.

September 18, 2025
UK Government Is Paying for Its Own Migration Deal Demise

UK Government Is Paying for Its Own Migration Deal Demise

Critics say ministers must now push for a “mass dismantling of government-supported agencies and charities.”

September 18, 2025
Expats Under Fire: Dutch Groups Demand End to 30% Tax Break

Expats Under Fire: Dutch Groups Demand End to 30% Tax Break

Unions, banks, and student groups say the scheme lets foreign workers outbid locals in the housing market

September 18, 2025
UNRWA Schools in Gaza Are Being ‘Used To Radicalize Youth’

UNRWA Schools in Gaza Are Being ‘Used To Radicalize Youth’

A UN Watch report calls for an in-depth international review and comprehensive reform.

September 18, 2025
Brussels Under Fire for Funding ‘Propaganda’ Journalism Network

Brussels Under Fire for Funding ‘Propaganda’ Journalism Network

Conservatives say Brussels is bankrolling ‘investigative journalism’ projects to push pro-EU narratives while silencing dissent.

September 18, 2025
Ukraine Blocks 15 Websites, Threatening Press Freedom

Ukraine Blocks 15 Websites, Threatening Press Freedom

Zelensky’s SBU accuses internationally based online publishers of ‘Russian propaganda.’

September 18, 2025
‘Let the Arrests Begin’: Trump Moves To Classify Antifa as Terror Group

‘Let the Arrests Begin’: Trump Moves To Classify Antifa as Terror Group

From Brussels to Budapest, critics of the far-left welcome U.S. move and demand tougher action at home.

September 18, 2025
Missile Malfunction Caused Wyryki Damage, Claims Polish Ex-PM

Missile Malfunction Caused Wyryki Damage, Claims Polish Ex-PM

Leszek Miller calls for swift acknowledgment and compensation after the recent drone incident.

September 18, 2025
Poland Extends Refugee Support for Ukrainians—With Restrictions

Poland Extends Refugee Support for Ukrainians—With Restrictions

The Sejm has approved a new bill that makes certain benefits for Ukrainian refugees conditional on work and school attendance.

September 18, 2025