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.
Niger’s Military Junta Expels French Ambassador

Niger’s Military Junta Expels French Ambassador

The French said they had “taken note of the putschists’ request” but that the junta lacked the authority to make it.

August 26, 2023
Germany: Illegal Immigration Numbers Soar Despite Tightened Border Control

Germany: Illegal Immigration Numbers Soar Despite Tightened Border Control

Over 10,000 illegal immigrants entered Germany this July, compared to just under 7,000 in 2022 and 4,000 the year before.

August 26, 2023
Norway Pledges Fighter Jets to Ukraine

Norway Pledges Fighter Jets to Ukraine

The F16s are unlikely to be of any help in Ukraine’s ongoing counteroffensive, which, partly due to lack of air support, has been slow in making noteworthy gains.

August 25, 2023
African Union Suspends Niger Over Coup

African Union Suspends Niger Over Coup

The African Union threatened sanctions and other punitive measures against “members of the military junta and supporters of the coup d’état in Niger.”

August 24, 2023
EU’s ‘Climate Pope’ Officially Resigns, Šefčovič Assumes Duties

EU’s ‘Climate Pope’ Officially Resigns, Šefčovič Assumes Duties

One of the longest-serving European Commissioners, Maroš Šefčovič is tasked with rolling out Timmermans’ pet project, the EU’s Green Deal.

August 23, 2023
Join the (New) Party: Popular MP Shakes Up Dutch Election

Join the (New) Party: Popular MP Shakes Up Dutch Election

Omtzigt’s new party is poised to compete with center-right and populist parties such as the nationalist PVV and populist farmer’s party BBB.

August 22, 2023
Netherlands, Denmark Pledge F-16s to Ukraine

Netherlands, Denmark Pledge F-16s to Ukraine

The F-16s are not expected to see battle until early next year, meaning they will play no role in Ukraine’s ongoing counteroffensive.

August 21, 2023
EU Taxpayer Money To Fund Timmermans in Dutch Political Campaign

EU Taxpayer Money To Fund Timmermans in Dutch Political Campaign

Dutch anti-globalist firebrand Eva Vlaardingerbroek asked: “Who’s paying for that salary? We are! The deplorables that Frans Timmermans wants to lock up in 15-minute cities while we munch on crickets and bring sacrifices to the climate Gods.”

August 20, 2023
Two-in-One: Referendum to Be Held During Poland’s October Elections

Two-in-One: Referendum to Be Held During Poland’s October Elections

Opposition parties are boycotting the referendum, claiming it is an attempt by ruling PiS to drum up support at the ballot box by attacking the EU’s controversial migration deal.

August 20, 2023
Cows for the Climate? Canada Breeds ‘Emission-Friendly’ Bovines

Cows for the Climate? Canada Breeds ‘Emission-Friendly’ Bovines

The senior VP of a Finnish dairy questions the research behind breeding “low-emission cattle” by pointing out that methane is produced by microbes in the gut, not the cow itself.

August 20, 2023
Disappearing Act: British Museum in Search of Its Lost Treasures

Disappearing Act: British Museum in Search of Its Lost Treasures

Considering the inestimable value of its massive collection and the availability of advanced security technology, the theft has become a sore spot of embarrassment.

August 18, 2023
UK: Migrant Barge Evacuated After Discovery of Legionella Bacteria

UK: Migrant Barge Evacuated After Discovery of Legionella Bacteria

While results of further tests are expected, British PM Rishi Sunak reaffirmed his commitment to keep using the barge—now empty, but able to house up to 500 migrant men aged 18-65.

August 16, 2023