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Novaya Gazeta Forced to Close on 9 November
Russia’s Novaya Gazeta has announced its closure after mounting state pressure, further restricting independent journalism amid Russia’s war against Ukraine.
October 31, 2026
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.
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.
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Bulgaria: Presidential Elections with Record-Low Voter Turnout, Run-off on 1. November
Bulgaria elects its president on 1 November in a second round amid divisions over Ukraine, relations with Russia, and Black Sea security.
October 29, 2026
Food Crisis Deepens in Occupied Oleshky, Hope for the Civilians?
Civilians in Russian-occupied Oleshky face an escalating humanitarian crisis as food shortages, mines and drone attacks leave residents increasingly isolated and make evacuation extremely difficult.
October 29, 2026
Russia Faces African Recruitment Backlash
African governments are raising concerns over deceptive recruitment into Russia’s war against Ukraine as leaders gather for the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow.
October 29, 2026
Foreign Volunteers Within Ukrainian Army
Ukraine says thousands of foreign volunteers continue to serve in its armed forces, underscoring sustained international support for the country's defence.
October 24, 2026
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.
October 16, 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
What Kherson Is Teaching Europe
Kherson lies only a few kilometres from Russian positions on the other side of the Dnipro River. That…
October 2, 2026
EU Faces “Russia Sanctions”Fatigue
EU Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis is urging member states to maintain economic pressure on Russia as disputes between capitals increasingly complicate the bloc’s sanctions policy.
September 29, 2026