Category: NEWS

Corruption Scandal Rocks Ukraine’s Military Procurement

A previously unknown private company secured government defence contracts worth about €200 million but failed to deliver most of the munitions, misused advance payments, and supplied defective mines that were unsafe and unfit for combat.

Drug Violence Tightens Its Grip on Brussels

Drug Violence Tightens Its Grip on Brussels

Over the past five days, the Saint-Gilles quarter of the Belgian capital saw a series of explosions and shootings, bringing Brussels’ total violent incidents in 2025 to 96.

December 19, 2025
Pro-Life Nativity Scene Displayed in Vatican

Pro-Life Nativity Scene Displayed in Vatican

In contrast to some controversial nativity scenes of previous years, this year the Vatican is showcasing a nativity scene that celebrates life.

December 19, 2025
Tractors in Brussels: Farmers Demand that EU Bureaucrats Listen

Tractors in Brussels: Farmers Demand that EU Bureaucrats Listen

Mercosur and the Green Deal have become the symbols of fierce citizen discontent.

December 18, 2025
France Brought to a Standstill by Angry Farmers

France Brought to a Standstill by Angry Farmers

The movement is gaining momentum and is finding resonance in Brussels and Strasbourg.

December 18, 2025
Serbian President Boycotts EU Summit in Protest Against “Shortsighted” Institutions

Serbian President Boycotts EU Summit in Protest Against “Shortsighted” Institutions

The country is doing what has been asked of it to join the bloc but continues to be snubbed.

December 18, 2025
An AK-47 Next to a Christmas Market Reopens Debate on Syrians in Germany

An AK-47 Next to a Christmas Market Reopens Debate on Syrians in Germany

A thwarted firearm attack in Leipzig once again calls into question why thousands of Syrians remain in Germany after the end of the conflict.

December 18, 2025
European Defence as a Mirage: Plenty of Money, Little Strategy

European Defence as a Mirage: Plenty of Money, Little Strategy

A new MCC Brussels report questions whether the Commission’s announced rearmament plans can translate into real defence capability without political cohesion or social backing.

December 18, 2025
British Academics Want to ‘Decolonise’ Female Genital Mutilation

British Academics Want to ‘Decolonise’ Female Genital Mutilation

A new paper paints those fighting abuse as the “bad guys.”

December 18, 2025
Salvini Acquitted of All Charges in Open Arms Case

Salvini Acquitted of All Charges in Open Arms Case

Prime Minister Meloni celebrated the decision saying “a Minister who defends Italy’s borders is not committing a crime, but is carrying out his duty.”

December 18, 2025
Expect Chaos in Brussels at Its Most High-Pressure Summit in Years

Expect Chaos in Brussels at Its Most High-Pressure Summit in Years

The EU has two proposals for funding Ukraine, and both are unpalatable for a number of member states.

December 18, 2025
French Mayor Resigns To Oppose Migrant Sham Marriage

French Mayor Resigns To Oppose Migrant Sham Marriage

Cases of marriages of convenience with illegal immigrants are on the rise, but the law remains unchanged.

December 18, 2025
Belgium Cools Debate on Russian Assets Ahead of European Council

Belgium Cools Debate on Russian Assets Ahead of European Council

With €210 billion frozen in Brussels, Belgium is warning partners against rushing into a legally risky move that could trigger retaliation from Moscow—leaving EU leaders deadlocked ahead of this week’s summit.

December 17, 2025