Month: May 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump (R) and China’s President Xi Jinping seen after Trump’s visit to Zhongnanhai Garden in Beijing on May 15, 2026.

Brussels Fears Trump-Xi Rare Earths Deal

Europe’s main concern is not Taiwan or Iran, but a potential agreement on critical minerals and market access between China and the United States.

Anthropic Rejects Chinese Access to Restricted “Mythos” AI Model

Anthropic Rejects Chinese Access to Restricted “Mythos” AI Model

The American AI company turned down a Chinese request to access Claude Mythos, a highly restricted AI system viewed as serious national security technology.

May 13, 2026
Rome Mosque Speech Sparks Fears Over “Political Islam” in Italy

Rome Mosque Speech Sparks Fears Over “Political Islam” in Italy

A speech by the president of Rome’s Islamic Community urging Muslims to vote against Meloni’s reforms has sparked accusations of Islamist political activism.

May 13, 2026
Air India Suspends Flights as Iran Crisis Pushes Up Fuel Costs

Air India Suspends Flights as Iran Crisis Pushes Up Fuel Costs

One national carrier’s cuts are expected to hurt key long-haul routes from Delhi—all while under the shadow of the pending Ahmedabad air disaster report.

May 13, 2026
European Prosecutors Launch Investigation Against Jordan Bardella Ahead of French Presidential Race

European Prosecutors Launch Investigation Against Jordan Bardella Ahead of French Presidential Race

After Marine Le Pen, her right-hand man is now in Brussels’ crosshairs as he rides high in the polls.

Austrian Police Shut Down Anti-Israeli Protest at Eurovision

Austrian Police Shut Down Anti-Israeli Protest at Eurovision

Security personnel and police quickly removed anti-Israeli hecklers from the song contest venue, according to video footage posted on social media.

May 13, 2026
Brussels “Is Proud”: Von der Leyen Celebrates Pride

Brussels “Is Proud”: Von der Leyen Celebrates Pride

The European Commission president praised Pride Week as a celebration of identity and community.

May 13, 2026
Trump–Xi Talks Could Leave Europe Paying the Price

Trump–Xi Talks Could Leave Europe Paying the Price

Brussels has spent years talking about “strategic autonomy,” but the Trump–Xi summit may expose just how dependent Europe still is on foreign powers.

May 13, 2026
Thief Steals Saint’s Skull From Czech Church in Shocking Daylight Raid

Thief Steals Saint’s Skull From Czech Church in Shocking Daylight Raid

Police say the suspect smashed open a shrine and fled with the skull of St. Zdislava, a relic revered by pilgrims for centuries.

May 13, 2026
The Constitution of Victory

The Constitution of Victory

Péter Magyar has won power but also inherited the constitutional logic that defined the country for a third of a century.

May 13, 2026
Mounting Tensions Between Armenia and Putin

Mounting Tensions Between Armenia and Putin

Yerevan insists it will not harm Moscow’s interests as it pursues a “balanced” and increasingly Brussels-oriented foreign policy.

May 13, 2026
Eurovision Row: Israel Qualifies While Ireland Airs Father Ted Instead

Eurovision Row: Israel Qualifies While Ireland Airs Father Ted Instead

Israel progressed through the Eurovision semi-final despite a coordinated boycott by five countries over the Gaza conflict.

May 13, 2026
Musk Accompanies Trump on China Trip

Musk Accompanies Trump on China Trip

The U.S. president is scheduled to meet Chinese president Xi Jinping, with discussions likely to focus on trade, technology competition, and global security issues.

May 13, 2026