Merz and Macron Discuss Next Steps with Future Combat Air System

Merz and Macron Discuss Next Steps with Future Combat Air System

The French president and German chancellor have now personally intervened to prevent the collapse of Europe’s most ambitious defense project, by ordering a final push to save the troubled aircraft scheme.

April 24, 2026
Meloni: NATO Must Remain United

Meloni: NATO Must Remain United

The Italian PM’s remarks come after some NATO members refused to allow U.S. military aircraft involved in the Iran conflict to use their airspace or bases.

April 24, 2026
Norway to Introduce Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Norway to Introduce Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Norwegian PM proposes forcing technology companies to implement effective age-verification systems and ensure compliance.

April 24, 2026
U.S. Officially Invites Putin to December’s Miami G20 Summit

U.S. Officially Invites Putin to December’s Miami G20 Summit

In a major foreign policy shift, the Trump administration has confirmed that Russian president Vladimir Putin will be asked to attend the upcoming G20 summit in Miami.

April 24, 2026
Study: ‘Risky Rising Investment in Nuclear Weapons Production’

Study: ‘Risky Rising Investment in Nuclear Weapons Production’

By September 2025, more than 300 financial institutions were backing companies linked to nuclear arms.

April 24, 2026
Israel-Lebanon Truce Extended Alongside Stalled U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Israel-Lebanon Truce Extended Alongside Stalled U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Iranian media reported explosions over Tehran, marking the first such incidents since the ceasefire took effect two weeks ago.

April 24, 2026
Trump Threatens to ‘Shoot and Kill’ Boats in Hormuz

Trump Threatens to ‘Shoot and Kill’ Boats in Hormuz

U.S. president orders navy to use lethal force against suspected mine-laying vessels as Iran keeps vital oil route restricted.

April 23, 2026
Ireland Warned: Islamist Terror Now Top Threat

Ireland Warned: Islamist Terror Now Top Threat

Security review points to rising online radicalisation and warns Ireland could be used as a base for attacks elsewhere in Europe.

April 23, 2026
Kremlin Says No Decision Yet on Putin’s Participation in G20 Summit

Kremlin Says No Decision Yet on Putin’s Participation in G20 Summit

According to Russian media, Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Pankin said that Russia had been invited to the G20 summit “at the highest level.”

April 23, 2026
Former Spanish PM Denies Role in ‘Illegal Spy Plot’

Former Spanish PM Denies Role in ‘Illegal Spy Plot’

Allegations of covert surveillance and political cover-ups highlight the entrenched culture of scandal across Spain’s ruling class.

April 23, 2026
Romania Government on Brink After Coalition Collapse

Romania Government on Brink After Coalition Collapse

The Social Democrats withdraw support from Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, leaving his government without a majority

April 23, 2026
58-Year-Old Woman Killed by Bear in Poland

58-Year-Old Woman Killed by Bear in Poland

Poland is home to around 100 brown bears

April 23, 2026