Category: Europe
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Kosovo has defended its purchase of Turkish-made Skydagger kamikaze drones, following accusations from Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić that Ankara violated international law — a claim escalating tensions between the Balkan neighbours. Key developments:• Vučić alleged the deal aimed to “restore the Ottoman Empire,” a rare rebuke of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, once an ally.•…
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Germany has approved draft legislation allowing police to shoot down drones that threaten national security, following a surge in unidentified drone activity across Europe. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the move aims to “strengthen the powers of the federal police so that drones can be detected and intercepted more quickly.” Key points:• Draft law authorises police…
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Marine Le Pen, leader of France’s National Rally (RN), has warned that her party will vote to topple any future government appointed by President Emmanuel Macron unless he calls new parliamentary elections. Key developments:• Outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned Monday (Oct. 6) but was asked to propose a way forward by Wednesday. • Le…
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President Vladimir Putin said Russian forces had captured nearly 5,000 sq km of territory in Ukraine this year, claiming Moscow holds “complete strategic initiative” on the battlefield. The comments came during a meeting with top commanders near St Petersburg on his 73rd birthday. – Russia has captured nearly 5,000 sq km in Ukraine during 2025…
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The Danish government plans to introduce a ban on several social media platforms for children under 15, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Tuesday (Oct. 7) in the Folketing. – Denmark moves to restrict social media • Frederiksen warned that “mobile phones and social media are stealing our children’s childhood,” highlighting that most Danish seventh…
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen faces two simultaneous motions of censure this week — her second challenge in three months. – European Commission President Von der Leyen The European Parliament will debate both motions on Monday (Oct. 6) and vote on Thursday, marking renewed pressure on von der Leyen’s leadership during her second…
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Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday (Oct. 6) morning, only hours after announcing his new cabinet, plunging France into another political crisis and leaving the country without a functioning government or an approved 2026 budget. – French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns His resignation followed public criticism from Bruno Retailleau, leader of Les Républicains…
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The European Commission plans to strengthen EU control over artificial intelligence through its upcoming Apply AI strategy, led by EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen. The initiative aims to boost industrial competitiveness while enhancing security and resilience. – EU targets homegrown AI Key points:• Focus on European AI tools for healthcare, defence, and manufacturing.• Reduce external…
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Police in Georgia used water cannons and pepper spray to disperse protesters attempting to enter the presidential palace in Tbilisi, as the country held municipal elections boycotted by major opposition blocs. – Georgia municipal elections Thousands rallied against the ruling Georgian Dream party, accusing it of undermining democracy and aligning the South Caucasus nation closer…
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Andrej Babis, billionaire businessman and former Czech prime minister, has led his populist ANO party to victory in the country’s parliamentary elections, securing just under 35% of the vote. This gives ANO 81 out of 200 seats in the lower house – short of an outright majority. – Andrej Babis wins Czech election Babis is…
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