Europe politics

Europe politics

Mzia Amaglobeli has been sentenced to two years in prison in what rights groups deem politically motivated, following her arrest during a pro-European protest.

A local authority in south-east Spain, Jumilla, has banned Muslims from using public facilities for celebrating Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, citing identity concerns.

The burning of an effigy of refugees on a boat during a crowd's cheers in Moygashel exemplifies the current harsh sentiments towards migration in Europe.

The EU has made significant concessions in its trade deal with the US, primarily in accepting higher tariffs on European exports while eliminating smaller tariffs on US goods entering the EU.

The EU has announced it will launch the rollout of its new entry system involving fingerprinting and facial recognition instead of passport wet stamping on 12 October.

Israel will not remain silent in the face of those undermining its sovereignty and endangering its security. Israel Katz announced the recall of ambassadors from Norway, Spain, and Ireland.

Germany stated it has no short-term plans to recognize Palestinian statehood, emphasizing that true peace requires a negotiated two-state solution and prioritizing Israel's security.

The European Central Bank maintained interest rates at 2% and 2.15% for the main and deposit rates, respectively, as the eurozone economy showed slow growth.

Trump's tariff threat of up to 30% on EU imports is projected to tip Europe into recession by late 2025, with analysts highlighting the heavy reliance of European exporters on the U.S. market, especially in key sectors like autos and pharmaceuticals.

Friedrich Merz acknowledged that Europe needed to increase its own defense funding and admitted to having been a "free-rider" in the past.

Germany expelled 81 Afghan nationals to their Taliban-controlled homeland, signifying its commitment to tighter immigration enforcement across Europe as part of broader regional policy changes.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by U.S. President Donald Trump is the most sweeping legislation in modern U.S. history, implementing huge tax cuts for the rich and massive cuts to the social safety net.

Europe's trade commissioner insists we want to use every minute until 1 August to find a negotiated solution. The European Union is readying a package of tariffs.

The most important part right now is that Europe would be able to buy military equipment here in the U.S. so we can donate these military systems directly to Ukraine.

Johan Forssell, a Swedish migration minister, faced scrutiny after a family member's ties to violent far-right groups surfaced, raising concerns about parental responsibility and accountability.

The major arms-producing powers in Europe limit the information they make public to their citizens, delay the submission of reports on arms sales to other countries, or hinder transparency citing national security concerns.

Russian assaults are intensifying, with record casualties reported as the conflict continues, compounded by Ukraine's struggle to maintain solidarity amidst growing civilian suffering.