Category: NEWS

Serbian Army on Full Alert Amid Standoff With Kosovo

The decision was due to the latest developments in Kosovo. Authorities in Pristina were preparing to attack the ethnic Serb minority in North Kosovo and to remove the barricades there by force.

European Union Anticipates Continued Uptick in Asylum Seekers 

“It is quite clear that the increasing number of applications will continue in the foreseeable future,” Gregori suggested, insisting that the instability and threats that cause people to flee their homelands are, unfortunately, “not temporary.”

Pope Francis Calls for Prayers for Benedict XVI

The 95-year-old Benedict, who has lived secluded in the Vatican gardens since 2013, has been physically frail, but mentally fit for a long time. It appears his health has taken a turn for the worse.

Korea: North Drones Enter South Airspace

North Korea’s provocative act of entering South Korean airspace with what were likely surveillance drones was the first one in over five years.

PM Orbán: We Are on the Hungarian Side of History       

“We support and help Ukraine, we have an interest in the survival of a sovereign Ukraine, and we have an interest in ensuring that Russia does not pose a security threat to Europe, but we do not have an interest in giving up all economic relations with Russia,” Orbán said.

COVID, Ukraine, and Migration Occupy Bulk of European Council’s Attention

COVID, Ukraine, and Migration Occupy Bulk of European Council’s Attention

EU leaders discussed their response to a pandemic situation that’s quickly evolving. “Urgent administration of booster shots” and “overcoming vaccine hesitancy,” which also entails “addressing disinformation,” remained primary goals, though it was agreed to “take forward the implementation of COVID-19 therapeutics via joint procurement.”

December 21, 2021
Germany May Join Iran, China, and Pakistan in Banning Telegram 

Germany May Join Iran, China, and Pakistan in Banning Telegram 

“What is spread on Telegram is disgusting, indecent, and criminal,” Federal Justice Minister Buschmann said. “My wish is that we do not take a special German path, but rather create a common European legal framework that enables us to take action against hatred and agitation on the Internet.”

December 21, 2021
Pro-life Prayer Vigils to be Criminalized in Spain

Pro-life Prayer Vigils to be Criminalized in Spain

“Every day, the government sent police officers to scare us [as we held peaceful prayer vigils outside abortion clinics],” reported the Madrid coordinator of 40 Days for Life.

December 20, 2021
Orbán: Government of Hungary Obliged to “Defend the Constitutional Identity of the Country”

Orbán: Government of Hungary Obliged to “Defend the Constitutional Identity of the Country”

Prime Minister Orbán commented on the Hungarian Constitutional Court’s decision to recognize the precedence of Hungary’s Fundamental Law over the European Court of Justice.

December 20, 2021
Studies Show Need for New Vaccine Strategies

Studies Show Need for New Vaccine Strategies

Researchers involved in both studies pointed out that their findings are in line with the established science of vaccination—naturally acquired antibodies provide the widest breath of immunity and repeated vaccination with a particular strain of a virus can decrease immunity to other variants. 

December 20, 2021
Latin American Exiles in Spain Won’t Be Silenced

Latin American Exiles in Spain Won’t Be Silenced

The three speakers vindicated their experiences living in totalitarian regimes against those who are convinced by propaganda and ideology that Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba are free, democratic states. 

December 20, 2021
Macron’s Euro-Vision: More Brussels and More Debt

Macron’s Euro-Vision: More Brussels and More Debt

President Macron wants the EU to reform budget rules to increase public-sector investments, which, he hopes, would lead to stronger economic growth and higher levels of employment. Macron’s vision is understandable, but his reforms are likely to defeat their own purpose.

December 20, 2021
After a Record Nine Months, Dutch Form Interim Government

After a Record Nine Months, Dutch Form Interim Government

On Wednesday, the newly established formation, composed of the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), Democrats 66 (D66), Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA) and the Christian Union (CU) presented its coalition agreement. Mark Rutte (VVD) is expected to be appointed Prime Minister for a fourth term.

December 19, 2021
Hungarian Court Avoids Ruling on Challenge to European Union Law

Hungarian Court Avoids Ruling on Challenge to European Union Law

The question of whether EU law had primacy over Hungarian law with respect to immigration was avoided by redirecting the issue away from conflicting legal claims.

December 19, 2021
Éric Zemmour and the Symbol of Armenia

Éric Zemmour and the Symbol of Armenia

Zemmour’s trip demonstrates a coherency of purpose. In prioritizing Armenia, he links his candidacy with a commitment to preserving European values. Armenia symbolizes a return to the sources and the origins of European Christian culture. 

December 18, 2021
Denmark: Former Minister Sentenced to Prison For Separating Underage Migrant Brides from Husbands

Denmark: Former Minister Sentenced to Prison For Separating Underage Migrant Brides from Husbands

Ms. Støjberg’s case isn’t one-of-a-kind. Other prominent European ministers who’ve taken uncompromising positions against mass immigration have faced similar charges for protecting their country’s territorial integrity.

December 17, 2021
Cardinal Says EU’s Discrimination of Christians Plays Into the Hands of Populists

Cardinal Says EU’s Discrimination of Christians Plays Into the Hands of Populists

Discriminating against Christians and banishing religion from the public sphere isn’t “a politically advantageous move since this attitude can push Catholics towards populist parties,” warns the Archbishop of Luxembourg.

December 17, 2021