Category: NEWS

A supporter with a Moroccan national flag sprays fire in Brussels, on January 18, 2026 following the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final football match between Senegal and Morocco played in Rabat, Morocco.

Africa Cup Riots—in Europe

The final game of the tournament saw scandal on the pitch and was followed by violence across major cities in Western Europe.

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
“Children Can’t Consent”: Protesters Call for End to Puberty Blocker Trial

“Children Can’t Consent”: Protesters Call for End to Puberty Blocker Trial

Campaigners from across political and cultural divides rallied in Westminster, accusing ministers of pushing ahead with a controversial trial despite safety and consent concerns.

December 17, 2025
My Nation, My Choice? Brussels Sidesteps Sovereignty in Abortion Vote

My Nation, My Choice? Brussels Sidesteps Sovereignty in Abortion Vote

The European Union is overreaching in its campaign to increase access to abortions.

December 17, 2025
Orbán: Putin Warns of ‘Forceful’ Response to Asset Seizures

Orbán: Putin Warns of ‘Forceful’ Response to Asset Seizures

Moscow said it would also take into account who voted in favour of a confiscation of its assets at the upcoming EU summit.

December 17, 2025
Facing Pushback, European Parliament Approves EU–Mercosur Safeguards

Facing Pushback, European Parliament Approves EU–Mercosur Safeguards

France forced a last-minute shift in Brussels under domestic pressure, preventing the agreement from derailing in its final stage.

December 17, 2025
Britain Receives Rotten End of the Stick in ‘Brexit Reset’ Deal

Britain Receives Rotten End of the Stick in ‘Brexit Reset’ Deal

Brussels benefits nicely from the UK rejoining Erasmus, but the UK taxpayer loses out.

December 17, 2025
Why France’s ‘Republican Front’ Is Losing Its Power

Why France’s ‘Republican Front’ Is Losing Its Power

Many voters now see blocking the far-left as more urgent than maintaining traditional anti-RN alliances.

December 17, 2025
Belgium Under Attack Although Not Only One Concerned About Confiscating Russian Assets

Belgium Under Attack Although Not Only One Concerned About Confiscating Russian Assets

Officials stress that doubts remain across the continent—but Brussels will likely try to work around these.

December 17, 2025
Commission Scrapping Funding for Catholic NGO Sparks Parliament Action

Commission Scrapping Funding for Catholic NGO Sparks Parliament Action

The FAFCE case reopens the debate on the use of EU funds as a tool for ideological control over civil society.

December 17, 2025
Historical Reversal in Brussels: Combustion Cars Survive Climate Veto

Historical Reversal in Brussels: Combustion Cars Survive Climate Veto

Pressured by industry and market realities, the EU abandons the dogma of the all-electric car and opts for flexibility.

December 16, 2025