Europe Reopens Russian Assets Debate
Ukraine’s worsening funding gap is reviving Europe’s unresolved debate over whether frozen Russian central bank assets should be used to finance Kyiv - despite major legal and financial risks.
September 29, 2026
How should we Handle Russia‘s Provocations, Mr Stubb?
Finnish President Alexander Stubb says Europe must prepare for continued Russian hybrid attacks while avoiding the fear and overreaction that he argues Moscow is seeking to provoke.
September 22, 2026
France and Sweden Deepen Defence Ties
A €4.3 billion frigate deal is turning closer French-Swedish defence cooperation into a broader partnership aimed at strengthening European and NATO security.
September 2, 2026
Italy Unlocks EU Defence Loans
Italy is preparing to access more than €8 billion in EU defence loans, easing months of tensions with Brussels over Rome’s participation in Europe’s joint rearmament effort.
August 26, 2026