Human Rights
Many Israelis Can Get German Citizenship But Don’t Know It
In June 2021, a new by-law on German citizenship came into force New citizenship rules have been in effect in Germany for a year now, but many Israelis still do…
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Europe
Brexit: Serious breach of international law, MEPs call on UK not to adopt new bill
"We are deeply concerned with the UK’s unilateral action, which constitutes a serious and unacceptable breach of international law
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Lea Schlenker reflects on a Europe where young, religious people want to live
Lea Schlenker, from the Evangelical Church in Germany, is a member of CEC Governing Board, and she also serves as Youth Advisor. Below, she reflects on some of the challenges…
Defense
Switzerland vetoed Denmark from sending armored personnel carriers to Ukraine
The Swiss government has vetoed a request from Denmark to allow it to send Swiss-made armored personnel carriers to Ukraine, citing its policy of neutrality, under which it does not…
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Committee prepares for worship life at CEC upcoming assembly
Worship will be a significant element at the 2023 CEC General Assembly. A moment of prayer, reflection and fellowship for the European churches. To prepare for worship services at the…
Economy
Volkswagen faces charges of slave labor in Brazil
In 1973, Volkswagen acquired 140,000 hectares of land in Brazil, where it set up a livestock farm. According to some reports, slave labor was widely used there and human rights…
Council of Europe
Monument to Latvian legionnaires in Belgium – local authorities want to remove
Members of the Historical Remembrance Group of the European Parliament appealed to the self-government of the Belgian city of Zedelgem with a request to preserve the monument "Latvian Hive of…
Economy
Inflation: Among us for some time now
In my country, Portugal, inflation has hit us quickly and wildly. According to DECO, the Portuguese consumer protection agency, an essential basket of food costs 12,2% more today than it…
Council of Europe
Lech Walesa called on the EU to dissolve itself
Poland believes that a new alliance should be formed with France and Germany at its core The European Union (EU) must dissolve itself and create a new union with France…
Defense
Switzerland allowed to supply spare parts for military equipment to Ukraine
Switzerland allowed EU countries to supply parts for military equipment. The Swiss authorities have allowed European countries to supply Ukraine with spare parts for military equipment purchased in Switzerland. They…