Robert Semonsen is a political journalist . His work has been featured in various English-language news outlets in Europe and the Americas. He has an educational background in biological and medical science. His Twitter handle is @Robert_Semonsen.
Swiss Citizens Could Face Jail for ‘Overheating’ Their Homes

Swiss Citizens Could Face Jail for ‘Overheating’ Their Homes

Heating one’s home and water to more than 19°C and 60°C, respectively, may result in daily fines of up to 3,000 Swiss Francs and prison sentences up to three years.

September 10, 2022
Nearly 1/3 of Young Children in France are of Non-European Origin, Data Reveals

Nearly 1/3 of Young Children in France are of Non-European Origin, Data Reveals

The data revealed that the vast majority of older immigrants are the children or grandchildren of Europeans, while the younger immigrant population most often originated from North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.

September 8, 2022
Sweden Democrats Riksdag Candidate Threatened Outside of Home by Migrants 

Sweden Democrats Riksdag Candidate Threatened Outside of Home by Migrants 

“This is not a single isolated incident but a consequence of the immigration policy we have had in Sweden. Similar events will become increasingly common if we do not bring about a change after the election,” Rasmus Giertz (SD) said.

September 8, 2022
Polish PM: We Want to Resume Cooperation with Hungary & the Visegrád Bloc

Polish PM: We Want to Resume Cooperation with Hungary & the Visegrád Bloc

Over the past decade, the Visegrád group, with Hungary and Poland at its axis, has acted as a bulwark against left-liberal dominance in the European Union.

September 7, 2022
Sweden Democrats’ Immigration Policy by Far the Most Popular, Poll Reveals 

Sweden Democrats’ Immigration Policy by Far the Most Popular, Poll Reveals 

A majority of voters (35%) view the Sweden Democrats’ immigration program as the most favorable to the country’s interests.

September 5, 2022
Germany: Interior Ministry to Dissolve Expert Group on Political Islamism 

Germany: Interior Ministry to Dissolve Expert Group on Political Islamism 

The leftist-led interior ministry’s decision has drawn sharp criticism from Germany’s center-Right and Right.

September 5, 2022
Sweden Democrat Chief: Social Democrats are the Real Threat to Sweden 

Sweden Democrat Chief: Social Democrats are the Real Threat to Sweden 

Åkesson’s sharp statements come as the Sweden Democrats are poised to become the second-largest party represented in the Riksdag.

September 3, 2022
Russian Energy Giant Gazprom Posts Record Profits Despite Sanctions 

Russian Energy Giant Gazprom Posts Record Profits Despite Sanctions 

In the first six month of this year, Gazprom—despite its gas imports to Europe having dropped by 35%—posted a record-breaking net profit of 41.7 billion euros.

September 3, 2022
Gazprom to Cut All Gas Deliveries to French Energy Giant Engie

Gazprom to Cut All Gas Deliveries to French Energy Giant Engie

The suspension of gas flows from Gazprom will not affect French consumers, Engie wrote in a press release.

August 31, 2022
Italy: Salvini Lauds Hungary’s Family Policy; Pledges to Move Israeli Embassy to Jerusalem 

Italy: Salvini Lauds Hungary’s Family Policy; Pledges to Move Israeli Embassy to Jerusalem 

Salvini’s statements come as the center-Right is poised to win over nearly half of Italian voters in next month’s election

August 31, 2022
Austrian Energy Giant Seeks Emergency State Support 

Austrian Energy Giant Seeks Emergency State Support 

The Austrian energy giant’s call for financial assistance came a day before Uniper, one of Germany’s largest energy companies, asked for more state-backed loans to cope with runaway costs.

August 30, 2022
Germany: SPD Faction Calls for Peace Talks with Russia 

Germany: SPD Faction Calls for Peace Talks with Russia 

Some 30 high profile SPD politicians, including MPs, MEPs, mayors, state chairmen, and members of state parliament, signed the letter.

August 29, 2022