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EU Trade Chief Šefčovič Heads to China, Trade War with China possible?
The EU trade deficit with China grows higher every day. As Germany and France take harder stance toward China, how will China react?
October 10, 2026
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
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.
October 10, 2026
EU Budget Battle Intensifies
Six fiscally conservative EU countries are demanding major cuts to Brussels’ proposed €2 trillion budget for 2028–2034, setting up a difficult fight over Europe’s future spending priorities. The 27 member states want to have a decision by the end of the year.
October 9, 2026
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UK and Germany Ratify Kensington Treaty
Britain and Germany have launched a partnership against cyberattacks and sabotage, strengthening European security cooperation as Prime Minister Andy Burnham seeks closer EU ties.
October 9, 2026
“Sunni NATO” Moves Into Action
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan activated their new Makkah defense alliance, agreeing on 5 October to rapidly deploy military forces and capabilities to Saudi Arabia.
October 7, 2026
Germany wants to Expand Intelligence Powers, but Scandal Shocks Plans
Germany wants its intelligence services to move beyond observation and gain powers to actively disrupt threats, a major shift in the country’s post-war security architecture.
October 7, 2026
October 7: Three Years of Loss
Three years after the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel, the anniversary recalls the victims and hostages, the immense Palestinian suffering in Gaza and rising antisemitism internationally.
October 7, 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 6, 2026
German Chancellor Merz Links Government Stability to European Security
During his Kyiv visit, Friedrich Merz framed support for Ukraine as essential to German and European security, linking his government’s stability to Europe’s ability to respond to Russia.
October 6, 2026
Russians between Resignation and Hope towards Europe
An ECFR study suggests resignation rather than enthusiasm shapes participants’ attitudes towards Russia’s war against Ukraine, while hostility towards Europe coexists with hopes for renewed ties.
October 6, 2026
Latvia Election: Kulberg Wins, Pro-European Coalition Possible
Latvia’s parliamentary election on 3 October will test political stability as voters weigh economic concerns and national security amid heightened tensions with Russia.
October 5, 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