Category: NEWS

MEPs Blame Greece for the Ionian Migrant Shipwreck

Leftist members accused the Hellenic Coast Guard of destroying evidence and falsifying data, demanding an independent investigation into the incident, while also blaming the Commission for every crime committed against migrants in Libya.

Sweden into NATO: Hungary Will Put Up No Resistance If Turkey Relents

Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said that Turkey will “consult with the Swedes as well as NATO leaders” regarding efforts to break the impasse. In light of Sweden’s apparent tolerance of recent anti-Islamic and pro-Kurdish demonstrations, diplomatic relations with Ankara however remain precarious.

EU Commission Unveils Annual Rule of Law Report

Although the overall progress is palpable, only 25% of last year’s recommendations have been fully implemented, the Commission’s report noted, while 35% wasn’t even started.

Biden Denies Grooming von der Leyen for NATO Secretary in 2024

Despite denials from the White House, von der Leyen ticks all the boxes for Washington, and, for different reasons, is the preferred candidate for Germany and France in a career change that could alter the post-2024 political calculus of the EPP.

New Zealand’s Next Prime Minister To Tackle Economy Woes

New Zealand’s Next Prime Minister To Tackle Economy Woes

Over the last few months, New Zealanders have been faced with economic hardship; next quarter, new PM Chris Hipkins must prepare for the recession to hit.

January 24, 2023
Turkish Protesters Burn Swedish Flag

Turkish Protesters Burn Swedish Flag

Adding to the tensions between Stockholm and Ankara, the Swedish youth league of the far-left political party Vänsterpartiet has vowed to continue to express its support for the Kurdish PKK.

January 24, 2023
Corruption Haunts Parliament President Roberta Metsola

Corruption Haunts Parliament President Roberta Metsola

The Maltese politician took over the presidency of parliament in January 2022, but the gifts only came to light when she declared them in mid-January a year later, following the Qatargate scandal.

January 24, 2023
PM Orbán: Hungary Will Not Allow Itself To Be Dragged Into War

PM Orbán: Hungary Will Not Allow Itself To Be Dragged Into War

The prime minister zeroed in on Hungary’s illustrious, exceptionally long history, its constant struggle to maintain its unique cultural identity, and to remain the master of its own fate amid persistent coercion from the great powers which have forever surrounded it.

January 24, 2023
Leopards to Ukraine: Germany Says No, Poland Says Yes

Leopards to Ukraine: Germany Says No, Poland Says Yes

Berlin made itself unpopular by refusing to send Ukraine its German-made Leopard II tanks, and forbidding any NATO allies that have them from doing so as well.

January 24, 2023
WEF Convenes in Davos: Prostitution Booms

WEF Convenes in Davos: Prostitution Booms

The self-appointed economic ‘apostles’ preach equality, yet practice immoral indulgences during their visit to Davos.

January 24, 2023
Twitter Files: What Are They and Why Should You Care?

Twitter Files: What Are They and Why Should You Care?

The Twitter Files reveal the company’s heavy political bias in content moderation and its practice of disproportionately censoring conservative-leaning sources—often at the explicit request of political figures.

January 23, 2023
Tens of Thousands Gather in Madrid To Protest Government’s Dictatorial Drift

Tens of Thousands Gather in Madrid To Protest Government’s Dictatorial Drift

“It is not about Left, Right, or Center, but about not remaining inactive as our institutions erode, our democracy deteriorates, and our state weakens,” asserted the manifesto, read out during the demonstration.

Tens of Thousands Protest Israel Government’s Judicial Reforms

Tens of Thousands Protest Israel Government’s Judicial Reforms

Netanyahu has dismissed the protests as the outward expression of his leftist opponents’ refusal to accept last November’s election results.

January 23, 2023
Armenia: EU To Escalate Its Response As Crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh Deepens

Armenia: EU To Escalate Its Response As Crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh Deepens

Facing a humanitarian crisis and an intransigent Azerbaijani regime, calls are mounting for a stronger EU intervention.

January 23, 2023
France Blocked By Massive Strikes Against Pension Reform

France Blocked By Massive Strikes Against Pension Reform

Labor Minister Olivier acknowledged “a significant mobilisation” in reaction to the reform, but President Emmanuel Macron, on a trip to Spain, sent a clear signal of his determination to see the reform through to the end.

January 23, 2023
Turkey Cancels Swedish Defense Minister’s Visit Over Protests

Turkey Cancels Swedish Defense Minister’s Visit Over Protests

Ankara’s cancelation of the meeting comes as Sweden is looking to open a dialogue regarding Turkey’s objections to its bid to join NATO.

January 22, 2023