EU demands “full clarity” as US tariff turbulence puts trade deal to the test
Commission insists “a deal is a deal” while a key MEP urges the Parliament to pause its vote Brussels, 22 February 2026 — The European Commission is pressing…
What to Do If an Airline Denies EU261 Compensation
BRUSSELS, late evening. You’ve landed hours late, your plans are wrecked, and then the airline email arrives: “compensation not due.” In that…
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Tahnoon bin Zayed and the Strategy of Regional Stability
The meeting between Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates, and Hazem Al-Sharaa, Vice President…
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Myriad fragments, one tragedy: How four years of war changed Ukraine
Russia full-scale invasion of Ukraine of 24 February 2022 was in violation of the UN Charter and international law. Since then, more than 15,000…
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Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Represents the UAE President at the Global Summit on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence in New Delhi
Representing the President of the United Arab Emirates, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, took…
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Isaac Hammouch to Release New Book Examining the Khashoggi Assassination
Brussels — Journalist and political essayist Isaac Hammouch is set to release a new book in the coming weeks titled The Murder…
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EU Waters Down Supply-Chain Due-Diligence Rules
Member states narrow scope, delay deadlines, and drop climate-plan duty as business groups cheer and rights advocates warn of reduced accountability EU governments have signed off on a scaled-back version of the…
Security Council LIVE: Sudan in focus amid genocide warnings in Darfur
The UN Security Council meets this morning to discuss Sudan as the war nears its third year, with fighting intensifying across multiple regions and civilians facing…
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Each year, Transparency International publishes the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), now one of the most closely monitored global governance indicators.…
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If an online purchase turns into a scam—no delivery, fake goods, or a seller who disappears—you still have practical options…
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Scientology launches youth guide promoting EU VALUES
Online initiative explains EU values, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the European Convention on Human Rights with official…
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Europe at a Crossroads: Security, Migration, and the Challenge of Social Cohesion
Europe stands at a crossroads as debates over Migration, Security, and European Identity intensify. The rise of the “Fortress Europe” narrative and expanding support for Right-Wing Populism reflect…
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Audit rules designed to protect the EU budget can collide head-on with “faith-breaker” clauses that ask bidders or applicants to…
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PACE unanimously rejects a possible new protocol on involuntary measures in mental health
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe’s (PACE) in a unanimous decision reiterated its long-term position against a possible…
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Dobrota psych hospital allegations revive CRPD calls to end institutions
A complaint by Montenegro’s Human Rights Action, prompted by leaked preliminary findings linked to the Council of Europe’s anti-torture committee, has put the Special Psychiatric Hospital in Dobrota…
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Kallas pushes back on US ‘Europe-bashing’ at Munich
EU’s top diplomat rejects Washington’s “civilizational erasure” rhetoric, while insisting the transatlantic bond must endure—even amid sharper ideological friction.
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Brussels Region Forms New Government After Prolonged Deadlock
After months of uncertainty, the capital’s politics is being reshaped at two levels: the City of Brussels and the Brussels-Capital Region
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The Church of Almighty God (CAG) released its 2026 annual persecution report on February 13, documenting the most severe year…
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We honor the saint who stopped Attila at the gates of Rome
On February 18, the Orthodox Church honors one of the brightest defenders of Christianity – Saint Leo, Pope of Rome,…
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UN Report on Minority Rights Flags Systemic Gaps as Human Rights Council Convenes in Geneva
The new OHCHR report, Rights of persons belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities, reveals a critical gap in global anti-discrimination protections. Presented to the 61st…
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The President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, welcomed US Senator Lindsey Graham to Abu Dhabi…
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Le Premier ministre du Qatar à Caracas : diplomatie énergétique et équilibres mondiaux
La visite du Premier ministre et ministre des Affaires étrangères du Qatar, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, à Venezuela ne relève…
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Baku and Washington usher in a new strategic era
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Sudan: Rights chief alarmed after at least 57 killed in drone attacks in two days
Volker Türk was alarmed by the reports, which said that at least 15 children were among the victims. “These latest killings are yet another reminder of…
Lagarde Exit Talk Triggers ECB Succession Scramble
Speculation that Christine Lagarde could step down from the European Central Bank before her term ends is driving a fresh round of…
The “alleged” violation of the DAO of the National Police in Spain, of an inspector under its command, violates the most basic human rights of the victim
The “alleged” rape complaint linked to the Deputy Operational Director (DAO) of the Spanish National Police, José Ángel González, opens the door…
Grain ATMs and hunger maps: AI innovations spotlighted at UN agency showcase in India
From biometric grain dispensers and smart warehouses to crisis-mapping platforms and humanitarian communication avatars, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) showcase at the Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit demonstrated how…
Robot clean-up crews tackle litter on Europe’s seabed
A ship with a crane floats in the Mediterranean sun at a marina in Marseille, France. The crane whirs as it hauls…
Humanitarian access to Gaza still insufficient for relief and rebuilding: UN development chief
Mr. De Croo, who chose Gaza for his first overseas visit since being appointed to the top job in November 2025, called…
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EU Opens DSA Case Against Shein Over Illegal Products
Commission targets “addictive design” and recommender transparency as scrutiny widens beyond Big Tech The European Commission has opened formal proceedings against the…