Day: March 11, 2026

EU Turns to Azerbaijan to Secure Energy Independence

EU Turns to Azerbaijan to Secure Energy Independence

Fearing a fresh surge in energy prices, Brussels is fast-tracking a new cooperation framework with Baku that extends beyond gas into defense and security.

March 11, 2026
Switzerland Temporarily Closes Tehran Embassy Amid Regional War

Switzerland Temporarily Closes Tehran Embassy Amid Regional War

Swiss authorities have emphasized that their ‛protecting power mandate’ can be exercised independently of geographical location, ensuring that critical high-level diplomatic contacts remain active.

March 11, 2026
Macron: G7 Rejects Lifting Russia Sanctions Despite Rising Oil Prices

Macron: G7 Rejects Lifting Russia Sanctions Despite Rising Oil Prices

The French president also said there is “no confirmation” of mines being deployed in the Strait of Hormuz.

March 11, 2026
New Documentary Shows the Life and Suffering of Locals during the Ukraine War

New Documentary Shows the Life and Suffering of Locals during the Ukraine War

The short film presented by The European Conservative, shining a light on the human cost of the war, premieres tonight at 7 p.m.

March 11, 2026
Firewall Against AfD Begins To Crack as Party Becomes ‘Normalized’ in Germany

Firewall Against AfD Begins To Crack as Party Becomes ‘Normalized’ in Germany

A recent survey says only 40% of Germans still oppose any parliamentary cooperation with the AfD.

March 11, 2026
Report: Rising Islamist and Antisemitic Attitudes Among Young Muslims in Germany

Report: Rising Islamist and Antisemitic Attitudes Among Young Muslims in Germany

A new report shows that nearly a quarter of respondents favor an Islamic state, and 25.1% believe the Quran should override Germany’s legal system.

March 11, 2026
Czech MP Moves To Force Foreign-Funded NGOs To Register 

Czech MP Moves To Force Foreign-Funded NGOs To Register 

The proposal has triggered a fierce political clash in Prague and could open a new front in the ongoing dispute between Central European governments and Brussels over the role of NGOs.

March 11, 2026
Former French Ambassador Criticises von der Leyen for Diplomatic Excesses

Former French Ambassador Criticises von der Leyen for Diplomatic Excesses

The Commission president tends to forget that she has no mandate to meddle in foreign policy.

March 11, 2026
Meloni: War in Iran Is Not Italy’s Fight

Meloni: War in Iran Is Not Italy’s Fight

The PM expressed “firm condemnation” of the young, innocent blood shed early on in the conflict.

March 11, 2026
EU Leaders Lambasted for Failing to Pursue Peace with Russia

EU Leaders Lambasted for Failing to Pursue Peace with Russia

A political scientist says Europe’s refusal to engage seriously with Moscow could trap the continent in a prolonged conflict.

March 11, 2026
IDF on High Alert as Iran Targets Israeli Economic Centers

IDF on High Alert as Iran Targets Israeli Economic Centers

President Donald Trump has warned that any attempt by Iran to mine the Strait of Hormuz would trigger military consequences “at a level never seen before.”

March 11, 2026
EU Offers To Fund Druzhba Pipeline ‘Repairs’ After Fico Push

EU Offers To Fund Druzhba Pipeline ‘Repairs’ After Fico Push

The Slovak PM says the repairs may never be needed, accusing Ukraine of halting oil transit for political reasons.

March 11, 2026