Tristan Vanheuckelom is a Belgian journalist, a book and film reviewer for various Dutch-language publications, and a writer for The European Conservative. His other interests include history, political science, and theology.
EU Green Deal Architect Fails To Disclose New Job at Gas Firm

EU Green Deal Architect Fails To Disclose New Job at Gas Firm

Commission code of ethics prohibits former officials accepting employment related to previous work without prior consent from the executive.

Outgoing Dutch PM Rutte Gives Himself Barely Passing Grade

Outgoing Dutch PM Rutte Gives Himself Barely Passing Grade

“In politics, sometimes you have to pick one option from a series of miserable ones,” the freshly appointed NATO chief said.

German Foreign Ministry Officials Investigated for Issuing Illegal Entry Permits

German Foreign Ministry Officials Investigated for Issuing Illegal Entry Permits

Thousands of asylum seekers are believed to have gained entry illicitly on Annalena Baerbock’s watch.

North Korea to Send Troops to Ukraine, South Korean TV Reports

North Korea to Send Troops to Ukraine, South Korean TV Reports

The recently signed treaty between Russia and North Korea, which comes with closer military cooperation, is a source of concern to NATO and its allies.

After EU Election Failure: Olaf Scholz Rebrands Himself as Critic of COVID Measures

After EU Election Failure: Olaf Scholz Rebrands Himself as Critic of COVID Measures

German chancellor was for mandatory vaccinations and lockdowns before he was against them.

Russia Bans 81 EU Media Outlets Over Ukraine War ‘Disinformation’

Russia Bans 81 EU Media Outlets Over Ukraine War ‘Disinformation’

The move comes in retaliation for an extended EU-wide ban of Russian news outlets.

Dagestan Attacks: Renewed Islamist Terror Challenge for Putin

Dagestan Attacks: Renewed Islamist Terror Challenge for Putin

As they did after the March Islamic State terrorist attack in Moscow, Russian officials were quick to blame the West.

Netherlands: Mark Rutte’s Party Scrutinized by EU Liberals for Cozying Up to Wilders

Netherlands: Mark Rutte’s Party Scrutinized by EU Liberals for Cozying Up to Wilders

An ‘observer’ from ALDE will determine if Dutch VVD has veered from the group’s “values.”

Belgian Election Victor Picks Negotiator for Flemish Coalition Talks

Belgian Election Victor Picks Negotiator for Flemish Coalition Talks

Looming budget woes may encourage faster government formation.

Sweden Approves Defense Cooperation Pact With U.S.

Sweden Approves Defense Cooperation Pact With U.S.

The historically non-nuclear nation could allow U.S. nuclear weapons on its soil.

Polish Politicians Demand Action Amid Rising Illegal Migration Crisis

Polish Politicians Demand Action Amid Rising Illegal Migration Crisis

Conservative politicians are highlighting security concerns at both the Belarussian and German borders.

Iranian Murderer Released in Iran-Sweden Prisoner Swap

Iranian Murderer Released in Iran-Sweden Prisoner Swap

Two Swedish nationals’ families rejoice at their loved ones’ returns, but exiled Iranians in Sweden note that a convicted executioner of political dissidents is now free.