The European Union

Germany November 12

Germany braces under collapsing government and looming Trump trade war

The re-election of former President Donald Trump has prompted uncertainty across Europe regarding security, geopolitics and the economy, particularly as Germany faces economic hardship and a collapsed government.

World November 7

After Trump win, French President Macron asks if EU is 'ready to defend' European interests

French President Macron, one of the first world leaders to publicly congratulate President-elect Trump, took a pro-Europe message to the European Union's meeting in Budapest on Thursday.

World October 28

Pro-Putin party wins contested election as Georgia drifts further from US, Europe

Georgia's pro-Russian party won parliamentary elections amid allegations of irregularities and sporadic violence, with the united opposition and officials in the U.S. and Europe so far refusing to accept the results.

Vladimir Putin October 25

Putin looks to halt neighboring Georgia's Western ambitions in vital election

Georgia holds critical parliamentary elections this Saturday, as voters need to decide if they want to be part of the West or move closer to President Vladimir Putin's Russia. Moscow has plowed millions into the race.

Russia October 12

Kremlin sowing chaos with bomb threats and bribery to thwart Moldova's vote to join EU, authorities say

Buying off voters, calling in bomb threats and paying protesters to antagonize police — these are the tactics authorities say the Kremlin has taken up to thwart an upcoming election in Moldova.

Europe October 8

Hungary’s Orban interrupted, accused of 'selling out' country to Russia, China during EU news conference

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban was interrupted at a news conference by an activist and municipal councilor from the opposition Democratic Coalition party.

UNITED NATIONS September 30

European leaders weigh in on 'legitimate' issue of illegal immigration: 'Must be stopped'

The European Union allows for free movement between member states, making any immigration policy on national borders difficult to enforce while the continental border remains porous.

UNITED NATIONS September 29

Lithuanian FM warns Russia can do 'so much damage to its neighbors'

Lithuania has been one of the most vocal opponents of Russia since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The NATO country has raised its defense spending to over 3.2% annually.

UNITED NATIONS September 29

European officials dismiss claim world leaders 'are laughing' at Trump, praise his 'strong message'

Vice President Harris, during September's presidential debate, claimed world leaders were "laughing" at former President Trump. Several foreign officials beg to differ.

UNITED NATIONS September 27

Czech foreign minister highlights lack of European leadership, failure to 'project geopolitical power'

The Czech Republic, which sits in the middle of Europe as the continent's "crossroads," has a unique position to weigh in on immigration and regional conflict issues.