Month: December 2025

Bulgarian Government Resigns After Nationwide Anti-Corruption Protests

Bulgarian Government Resigns After Nationwide Anti-Corruption Protests

Citing “the will of the people,” Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced his cabinet’s resignation, saying that the wave of civic energy should be “supported and encouraged.”

December 11, 2025
German City Obliges Asylum Seekers to Work

German City Obliges Asylum Seekers to Work

Salzgitter is introducing mandatory community service for asylum seekers, aiming to boost integration and reduce the financial burden on the city.

December 11, 2025
Fight for Eurogroup Top Job Collides With Battle Over Russia’s Frozen Billions

Fight for Eurogroup Top Job Collides With Battle Over Russia’s Frozen Billions

EU finance ministers weigh rival bids from Greece and Belgium as concerns grow over the risks of tapping Russian assets for Ukraine.

December 11, 2025
Ukraine Submits Response to U.S. Peace Proposal

Ukraine Submits Response to U.S. Peace Proposal

Kyiv coordinated with European allies before sending its reply, even as Russia launched record drone strikes that disrupted Moscow airports and Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

December 11, 2025
Are We in Peak Post-Truth?

Are We in Peak Post-Truth?

We are consistently told that we must believe lies, and we must celebrate what we know to be both untrue and harmful, and if we do not do so, we will be punished.

December 11, 2025
One Dead After Migrant Boat Capsizes by Croatia–Bosnia Border

One Dead After Migrant Boat Capsizes by Croatia–Bosnia Border

Thirteen migrants were rescued—with one found dead—after their boat overturned in freezing waters near Slavonski Brod.

December 11, 2025
ECHR Reform Leaves Supporters of Border Control Wanting More

ECHR Reform Leaves Supporters of Border Control Wanting More

Some believe tinkering with the convention is not enough—that members should leave it altogether.

December 11, 2025
Slovakia Turns to Azerbaijan as EU Gas Ban Looms

Slovakia Turns to Azerbaijan as EU Gas Ban Looms

Slovakia pressed for alternatives to Russian fuel while the two countries advanced plans for shared defence manufacturing.

December 11, 2025
Georgian PM Demands Apology Over BBC Documentary on 2024 Protests

Georgian PM Demands Apology Over BBC Documentary on 2024 Protests

Irakli Kobakhidze confirmed his ruling party is ready to pursue legal action if necessary.

December 11, 2025
Portugal: Strikes Against Labour Reforms

Portugal: Strikes Against Labour Reforms

The industrial dispute has sparked a political row in Lisbon, with presidential candidates warning that the proposed changes could break the constitution.

December 11, 2025
Unprecedented Danish Intelligence Report Cites the United States as a Threat

Unprecedented Danish Intelligence Report Cites the United States as a Threat

Despite uncertainties over Washington’s priorities, Denmark emphasizes that the U.S. remains its closest partner and a guarantor of European security.

December 11, 2025
Commission Planning To “Double the Spending with Half the Transparency,” Experts Warn 

Commission Planning To “Double the Spending with Half the Transparency,” Experts Warn 

The new EU budget may become a “strategic instrument of political ambition” that seeks to centralize power in Brussels.

December 11, 2025