A major Moscow drone attack killed two people and damaged part of an oil refinery in the Russian capital region on Sunday, according to Russian authorities. The attack came as Russia entered the final day of its parliamentary elections. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Russian air defenses had brought down more than 1,600 drones since… Continue reading Moscow Drone Attack Kills Two, Hits Oil Refinery
A The Hague far-right protest against immigration and asylum policies turned violent on Saturday as Dutch riot police moved in to disperse several hundred demonstrators. Around 500 people attended the “We Are The People” rally at Malieveld in central The Hague. Police said protesters threw fireworks and other objects at officers, while authorities later ended… Continue reading The Hague Far-Right Protest Turns Violent
The Denmark Greenland deal has been described by Danish commentators as a diplomatic success for Copenhagen after months of tension with US President Donald Trump. Trump announced the agreement on Friday, saying the United States would gain permanent control over Greenland’s security. However, Denmark and Greenland have stressed that the arrangement does not transfer sovereignty… Continue reading Denmark Greenland Deal Eases Trump Tensions
Romania cabinet talks are underway after President Nicusor Dan nominated Siegfried Muresan to form a new government following a prolonged political crisis. Muresan, a centre-right National Liberal Party (PNL) member and European Parliament lawmaker, plans to build a coalition with the PNL, Save Romania Union (USR) and ethnic Hungarian UDMR party. However, the three parties… Continue reading Romania Cabinet Talks: Muresan Seeks Three-Party Deal
Spanish police launched a major operation Friday to move Ceuta migrants from makeshift camps on beaches to a temporary reception facility at the port. Around 150 police officers took part in the operation, which also involved Spanish military and Civil Guard units. Authorities began moving people from the Benítez and El Trampolín beaches early in… Continue reading Ceuta Migrants Moved From Beaches to New Camp
Canada EU alliance plans gained momentum on Thursday as Prime Minister Mark Carney called for a deeper partnership with Europe. Carney spoke at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. He welcomed European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal to make Canada the EU’s first associate member. The Canadian leader said Canada and Europe could build… Continue reading Canada EU Alliance: Carney Pushes New Partnership
The Saudi pipeline attack has added fresh pressure to global oil markets, raising concerns that diesel prices could climb further across Europe. Saudi Arabia temporarily shut its 1,200-kilometre East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack. The pipeline has become particularly important because it allows Saudi crude to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping has… Continue reading Saudi Pipeline Attack Raises Europe Diesel Prices
The Russian drone Poland incident has raised security concerns after officials confirmed that a Gerbera-2 recovered from the Baltic Sea carried an explosive warhead. Polish authorities found the drone Monday near the beach at Rusinowo, close to Jarosławiec in northwestern Poland. The military recovered it from the water and secured the aircraft for examination. Military… Continue reading Russian Drone Poland: Explosives Found Near Beach
Greta Thunberg Ed Sheeran tensions have grown after the Swedish activist criticized the singer over Macklemore’s departure from his US tour. Thunberg and activist group Humanti Project addressed the dispute in an Instagram post. They criticized the decision after Macklemore made pro-Palestinian comments during a show in New Jersey. He shouted “Free Palestine!” and said… Continue reading Greta Thunberg Ed Sheeran: Macklemore Tour Row Grows
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening the door for Canada EU associate membership, potentially making Canada the European Union’s first country with such a status. Von der Leyen made the proposal during her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday. Canadian Prime Minister Mark… Continue reading Canada EU Associate Membership Plan Proposed
