Madrid Hosts the Ibero-American Summit
Spain hosts the 30th Ibero-American Summit on 4 and 5 November, with European Council President António Costa attending and the presidents of Brazil and Mexico sending their foreign ministers instead.
November 4, 2026
Fico Loses Reliable Majority in Slovakia
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico’s coalition can now count on only 75 of 150 MPs after another defection, prompting the opposition to call for early elections.
November 4, 2026
Poland’s Constitutional Court Crisis Escalates
Poland’s long-running dispute over judicial independence has escalated into a confrontation between Donald Tusk’s government and President Karol Nawrocki at the Constitutional Tribunal.
November 3, 2026
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German Conservatives Split Over Presidency
Germany’s CDU and CSU remain divided over a presidential nominee as Ilse Aigner attracts support beyond the conservative alliance.
November 2, 2026
Snap Elections on 29 November in Spain: Between Housing Crisis and Deadly Train Crash
The eviction of an elderly pensioner in Madrid has sparked wider debate over Spain’s housing crisis, while a deadly train crash, growing concerns over public safety and political disputes ahead of the upcoming election have intensified pressure on the government.
November 2, 2026
World Forum for Democracy Kick-starts in Strasbourg
The Council of Europe is hosting its annual World Forum for Democracy in Strasbourg, Palais de l՛Europe.
November 2, 2026
Frankfurt Violence Overshadows Youth Protests in Germany
Violence following largely peaceful youth protests in Frankfurt has prompted calls for tough penalties, amid wider European demonstrations over education and living costs.
November 2, 2026
Bulgaria Presidential Elections: Pro-Russian-Leaning President Iliana Yotova Wins
Bulgaria elected its president on 1 November in a second round amid divisions over Ukraine, relations with Russia, and Black Sea security.
November 2, 2026
France’s Spring 2027 Election: Can the Pro-EU Centre Recover? France Between Identity and Economic Politics.
Glucksmann’s nomination boosts France’s centre-left, but moderate candidates remain divided as Le Pen and Mélenchon lead a recent presidential poll.
November 2, 2026
Deadly Train Crash Shakes Spain
At least 68 people have died after two high-speed trains collided near Urda, central Spain, on 28 October, prompting an investigation and national mourning.
November 1, 2026
French Protests: Youth Protests Develop to a Nationwide Phenomenon
High school protests that began near Paris in late September have spread across France, as demands for better education conditions increasingly collide with violence and a tougher government response.
October 31, 2026
Youth and Police Clash in Milan, Protests Ongoing
The police in Milan have arrested over 200 people since the start of the protests against the rising cost of living.
October 30, 2026