Month: February 2026

EU Advocates Fresh Sanctions on Russia’s Energy Income

The European Commission has proposed a new package of sanctions designed to significantly reduce Russian oil and gas revenues—with the stated aim of weakening war financing and further isolating Russia economically.

AfD Politician Quarantined After White Powder Threat

AfD Politician Quarantined After White Powder Threat

The accompanying message invoked a communist resistance fighter executed by the Nazis and called for the AfD to be banned.

February 3, 2026
Copenhagen: Two Young Swedes Jailed for Grenade Attack on Israel’s Embassy

Copenhagen: Two Young Swedes Jailed for Grenade Attack on Israel’s Embassy

Danish authorities concluded that the Swedish duo committed a terrorist act, leading to lengthy sentences.

February 3, 2026
Censorship Concerns Rise as Police Raid Musk’s X Offices in Paris

Censorship Concerns Rise as Police Raid Musk’s X Offices in Paris

Another social media boss stressed that France “is not a free country.”

February 3, 2026
Gdansk to Host International Conference on Ukraine Reconstruction

Gdansk to Host International Conference on Ukraine Reconstruction

PM Tusk said the rebuilding initiative would involve large-scale investment, significant funding, and the participation of major companies in shaping Kyiv’s future.

February 3, 2026
Majority of French Support Ban on Organizations Linked to Muslim Brotherhood

Majority of French Support Ban on Organizations Linked to Muslim Brotherhood

A survey shows that French Muslims remain divided on banning a leading Islamist group, with 38% supporting it, with 43% against.

February 3, 2026
NATO Chief: Recent Russian Strikes ‘Do Not Signal Seriousness About Peace’

NATO Chief: Recent Russian Strikes ‘Do Not Signal Seriousness About Peace’

According to Mark Rutte, European members of NATO may provide security guarantees if a ceasefire is reached.

February 3, 2026
Moscow Says Global Security at Risk as U.S.-Russia Nuclear Pact Ends

Moscow Says Global Security at Risk as U.S.-Russia Nuclear Pact Ends

Back in 2023, Russia froze its participation in the last nuclear treaty—but it has continued to voluntarily adhere to the limits set in the pact.

February 3, 2026
Netherlands Refusing to Back Its Citizen Banned by UK

Netherlands Refusing to Back Its Citizen Banned by UK

The Dutch cabinet stated that it is not involved in the case and has no reason to request an explanation from the British government.

February 3, 2026
Traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X To Consecrate New Bishops

Traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X To Consecrate New Bishops

The announcement has shaken the Catholic world and can be explained by the profound crisis facing the Church in the face of modernity.

February 3, 2026
FIFA President: ‘Lift Russia Ban in Youth Football’

FIFA President: ‘Lift Russia Ban in Youth Football’

Back In 2023, UEFA initially eased its policy to allow U17 teams to compete, but backtracked after widespread opposition from member federations. Is this set to change?

February 3, 2026
Portugal’s Centre-Right Sides With the Left To Block Chega

Portugal’s Centre-Right Sides With the Left To Block Chega

The presidential run-off exposes how Portugal’s mainstream parties now define their red lines—and why voters increasingly look elsewhere.

February 3, 2026
Starmer Accused of Re-Launching ‘Project Fear’ To Undermine Brexit

Starmer Accused of Re-Launching ‘Project Fear’ To Undermine Brexit

Officials are doubling down on their plans to tie Britain closer to the EU, whether voters like it or not.

February 3, 2026