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.
Taiwan Pro-Independence Candidate’s Victory Signals Challenges Ahead

Taiwan Pro-Independence Candidate’s Victory Signals Challenges Ahead

In the wake of William Lai’s presidential win, Taiwan-China relations are already deteriorating even further.

January 14, 2024
Scholz Demands EU Members Give More Weapons to Ukraine

Scholz Demands EU Members Give More Weapons to Ukraine

The German chancellor’s call comes despite his own reticence to send weapons to the beleaguered country.

January 10, 2024
Netherlands: Wilders Won’t Ban Mosques as Concession in Coalition Talks

Netherlands: Wilders Won’t Ban Mosques as Concession in Coalition Talks

To advance the formation of a new government, Geert Wilders’ PVV party is scrapping proposed legislation calling for a ban on “expressions of Islam,” justified under the notion that Islam, more than just a religion, is a “hostile political ideology bent on conquest.”

January 9, 2024
Taiwan’s Future at Stake in Upcoming Elections

Taiwan’s Future at Stake in Upcoming Elections

A win for the sovereigntist and U.S.-backed William Lai, who is leading the polls, would be Beijing’s nightmare scenario.

January 8, 2024
Jimmy Lai Pleads Not Guilty in  Hong Kong Show Trial

Jimmy Lai Pleads Not Guilty in  Hong Kong Show Trial

Beijing hopes to deter its critics through political ‘lawfare’

January 3, 2024
Schengen Expands: Increased Free Movement with Minimal Accountability

Schengen Expands: Increased Free Movement with Minimal Accountability

European Council scraps travel visa requirements for Bulgarians, Romanians, and Kosovars.

January 2, 2024
Turkish Vote Brings Swedish NATO Membership One Step Closer

Turkish Vote Brings Swedish NATO Membership One Step Closer

The Turkish president has secured concessions from across the West to get Sweden to this stage, but the final decision rests with the Turkish parliament.

December 27, 2023
Gazes Meeting Our Own: Frans Hals at London’s National Gallery

Gazes Meeting Our Own: Frans Hals at London’s National Gallery

17th century Dutch painter Frans Hals, subject of an exhibition at London’s National Gallery, transformed portraiture into a recognized artform.

December 18, 2023
UN Climate Summit Climaxes in Potentially Ruinous Commitments

UN Climate Summit Climaxes in Potentially Ruinous Commitments

Non-binding deal delights Brussels with anti-fossil fuel, all-green agenda

December 14, 2023
Dutch Coalition: No Alternative to Stable Rightist Cabinet

Dutch Coalition: No Alternative to Stable Rightist Cabinet

Recent polls suggest solid unity among potential coalition partners on a hard line on migration.

December 13, 2023
Australia Seeks To Halve Net Migration

Australia Seeks To Halve Net Migration

To fix “broken” system, Australia will impose tougher tests on foreign students and turn away workers with low skills.

December 13, 2023
Heightened Security Measures at Christmas Markets Across Europe

Heightened Security Measures at Christmas Markets Across Europe

Officials have warned of the growing risk posed by Islamist militants.

December 12, 2023