US Midterms: Europe’s Uncertainty Remains
The US midterms could change congressional majorities, while Europe remains exposed to uncertainty over American security commitments, funding and trade policy.
Canada Eyes Closer EU Alliance
Canada is exploring an unprecedented new relationship with the European Union as Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks to reduce dependence on the United States and deepen economic and security ties with Europe.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Putin targets Ukraine’s economy and infrastructure, the EU Searches for New Money, and the USA Seems to Be on the Aggressor’s side
More than four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion, Ukraine continues to resist as the war has evolved from Moscow’s failed attempt at a rapid victory into a prolonged conflict with no political settlement in sight.
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Brazil Presidential Election: Lula Wins Second Round, Bolsonaro Junior Refuses Result
Brazil voted on 25 October in the second round of a presidential election between competing political and foreign-policy visions, with implications for the country’s relations with Europe, the United States, China and BRICS.
October 28, 2026
How should the EU handle AI? Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch rejects AI “doom” scenarios
While the EU wants to listen to AI tech bosses like Amodei, Altman, and Musk to slow AI progress, Trump stresses the need to keep pace in the AI race with China.
October 22, 2026
The EU Backs ICC After US Sanctions
The EU has joined growing international criticism of US pressure on the International Criminal Court after Washington sanctioned its president and a senior prosecutor.
October 22, 2026
G7 Releases Emergency Energy Stocks
G7 countries have agreed to release emergency diesel and oil reserves as surging fuel prices and US pressure expose Europe’s vulnerability to disruptions in global energy supplies.
October 3, 2026
World Leaders Converge in New York
The 81st UN General Assembly’s General Debate begins on 22 September, bringing heads of state and government together under the theme of restoring trust and strengthening international cooperation.
September 28, 2026
Europe Pushes Deeper Into Arctic
Twelve EU countries are calling for a stronger European role in the Arctic as Russia’s military presence, geopolitical competition and growing pressure over Greenland turn the High North into a strategic priority for Europe.
September 15, 2026
Russia’s G20 Return Divides Allies
Russia’s return to G20 finance talks has exposed a divide between Washington’s renewed engagement with Moscow and Europe’s push to keep Russia isolated over its war against Ukraine.
September 1, 2026
How German Technology Reached Russia
Investigations into a German-Chinese machine-tool manufacturer raise questions over how effectively sanctions prevent sensitive industrial technology from reaching Russia’s defence sector.
August 31, 2026
EU Pushes Ahead With AI Gigafactory Plans
The European Union is accelerating plans to build AI gigafactories to strengthen its technological competitiveness and reduce reliance on foreign infrastructure.
August 2, 2026