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NATO criticises Russia’s ‘reckless behaviour’ after drone incident in Romania
NATO has condemned what it described as Russia’s “reckless behaviour” after a drone reportedly crossed into Romanian airspace and struck an apartment block in Galati, near the Ukrainian border. Romanian authorities said a woman and child sustained minor injuries after the drone exploded on impact during an overnight attack linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine.…
Latvia approves new coalition government led by Andris Kulbergs
Latvia’s parliament has approved a new coalition government led by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, following the collapse of former Prime Minister Evika Silina’s administration over disagreements linked to drone security incidents. The 100-seat parliament confirmed Kulbergs with support from 66 lawmakers on Thursday. The new government will lead the Baltic EU and NATO member state…
Norway joins French nuclear deterrence initiative under new defence pact
Norway and France have signed a new bilateral defence agreement aimed at strengthening military cooperation, European security and NATO coordination amid heightened tensions linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Narvik Agreement, signed in Paris by Norwegian Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik and French Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin on Wednesday (27 May), includes a…
UK and Poland sign treaty reinforcing NATO commitments and strengthening defence cooperation
The UK and Poland have signed a new Security and Defence Partnership Treaty, strengthening bilateral cooperation amid ongoing European security pressures. The agreement reinforces NATO commitments, deepens defence integration, and identifies evolving geopolitical risks, including Russia’s long-term threat to Euro-Atlantic stability. It also expands coordination on Ukraine, cyber security, sanctions, and economic resilience across Europe.…
Former UK PM Tony Blair calls for ‘policy first, politics second’ approach to UK governance
Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme following the publication of his latest essay, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair warned that “a serious country can’t” continue changing prime ministers without a long-term policy direction. Blair argued that Britain is unprepared for what he described as two “epochal changes” reshaping the world: geopolitical realignment and…
Iceland’s Foreign Minister warns EU referendum could become a ‘Brexit moment’ amid misinformation fears
Iceland’s Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir has warned that the country’s upcoming EU referendum campaign risks becoming a “Brexit moment”, citing concerns over misinformation, AI-generated content and potential foreign interference. Icelanders will vote on 29 August 2026 on whether the government should resume accession talks with the European Union, with debates intensifying over sovereignty, fishing…
von der Leyen: ‘When Baltic states are being tested, Europe as a whole is being tested’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed EU solidarity with Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania following recent security incidents along Europe’s eastern border. Speaking in Vilnius alongside Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda, Estonian President Alar Karis, and Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs, von der Leyen said: “When Baltic states are being tested, Europe as a whole…
Thousands protest in Madrid over rising housing costs in Spain
Spain’s housing crisis prompted thousands of demonstrators to rally in central Madrid on Sunday (24 May), protesting rising rents, property prices, and housing shortages affecting many residents across Spain. The protests add pressure on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his Socialist-led government ahead of the country’s 2027 general election, as affordability concerns intensify in major…
DISY wins Cyprus parliamentary election as anti-establishment parties enter parliament
Cyprus’s centre-right Democratic Rally (DISY) secured first place in the 2026 parliamentary election, winning 27.2% of the vote and 17 seats in the House of Representatives. Left-wing AKEL finished second with 23.9% and 16 seats, while far-right ELAM recorded a historic result, placing third with 10.9% and eight seats. The centrist Democratic Party (DIKO) also…
Russia uses Oreshnik missile in one of war’s biggest attacks on Kyiv and surrounding areas
Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults on Kyiv since the start of the war, firing hundreds of drones and missiles overnight, including an Oreshnik hypersonic missile. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the attacks targeted Kyiv and nearby areas, including Bila Tserkva, while Mayor Vitali Klitschko described the night as “terrible” as emergency crews…
Tens of thousands rally in Belgrade against President Aleksandar Vucic’s government
Serbian university students led a major anti-government protest in Belgrade on Saturday (23 May), with tens of thousands gathering to demand early parliamentary elections, accountability, and stronger rule of law reforms. The demonstrations stem from public anger over the November 2024 train station tragedy in northern Serbia that killed 16 people, triggering a nationwide anti-corruption…
Tens of thousands march in Madrid calling for Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s resignation
Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched through Madrid on Saturday (23 May) calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez amid ongoing corruption controversies linked to figures connected to the governing Socialist Party. The “March for Dignity”, organised by the Spanish Civil Society association, remained largely peaceful, although police detained several masked individuals near…
NATO uses disused London tube station as command centre in exercise Arrcade Strike
A secret NATO military exercise beneath London’s Charing Cross station, in the disused terminus of the Jubilee line, has simulated a future defence of Estonia against a potential Russian invasion scenario in 2030. The operation, known as Arrcade Strike, involved British-led forces testing AI-assisted battlefield systems, drone warfare, artillery coordination and rapid decision-making technologies designed…
US to send 5,000 more troops to Poland as Trump reshapes Europe military posture
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will deploy an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, days after the Pentagon paused a previously planned deployment of 4,000 personnel. Writing on Truth Social, Trump linked the decision to Washington’s relationship with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, a long-time supporter of the US president. The announcement…
Sweden selects France’s Naval Group in €3.7bn frigate deal to boost Baltic defence
Sweden has selected France’s state-owned Naval Group to build four frigates valued at around €3.7bn, ahead of bids from UK-based Babcock International, Saab, and Spain’s Navantia, as it accelerates naval modernisation in the Baltic Sea. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said the programme would deliver one frigate per year from 2030, supporting Royal Swedish Navy…
Lithuania suspends flights and rail services after drone alert triggers security response in Vilnius
Lithuanian authorities temporarily suspended flights and rail services in Vilnius on Wednesday (20 May) after a drone entered the country’s airspace, prompting emergency alerts and shelter orders across the capital. Members of parliament, ministers and civilians were instructed to move underground as the NATO Air Policing Mission was activated. Lithuanian Defence Minister Robertas Kaunas said…
EU reaches provisional agreement to implement US trade deal ahead of Trump’s deadline
The European Union (EU) has reached a provisional agreement on legislation to remove import duties on United States goods, advancing a trade framework linked to a deal struck last July at Donald Trump’s Turnberry resort in Scotland. The move aims to implement commitments designed to stabilise EU–US trade relations and reduce the risk of higher…
Belarus and Russia begin joint nuclear weapons drills
Belarus’ Defence Ministry has announced the start of joint military exercises with Russia focused on the combat use of nuclear weapons and nuclear support operations. According to the ministry, the drills are intended to improve the readiness of Belarusian forces to operate “modern weapons” and test deployment capabilities from unprepared locations across the country. The…
Andy Burnham calls for ‘relentless domestic focus’ ahead of possible Westminster return
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said the UK should avoid reopening divisive Brexit debates and instead focus on economic reform, growth, and national unity. Speaking at the Great North Investment Summit in Leeds, Burnham described Brexit as “damaging” but stressed that the 2016 referendum result should be respected. He said the country needed a “relentless…
Norway becomes full member of EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region
The European Commission has adopted a Communication formalising Norway’s inclusion in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, following Council endorsement on 5 May 2026. Raffaele Fitto, Executive Vice-President for Cohesion and Reforms, said Norway’s participation will strengthen cooperation on shared regional challenges, including resilience, security and cohesion. The EU macro-regional strategy framework is…
Rival London protests draw tens of thousands under heavy police presence
Central London saw rival demonstrations on Saturday (16 May) as supporters of the Unite the Kingdom rally and a separate pro-Palestinian Nakba Day march gathered under one of the largest policing operations in recent years. More than 4,000 Metropolitan Police officers were deployed across the capital, alongside drones, mounted officers and live facial recognition technology.…
UK PM Keir Starmer faces renewed leadership pressure as Andy Burnham moves towards Parliament return
Labour’s National Executive Committee (NEC) has approved Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to enter the candidate selection process for the forthcoming Makerfield by-election, opening a potential path back to Parliament. The move comes amid mounting pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer following Labour’s losses in recent local elections and growing internal criticism over the government’s…
Russia and Ukraine exchange 205 POWs in first stage of large swap deal
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 205 prisoners of war each on Friday (15 May), marking the first phase of a planned large-scale prisoner swap linked to ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding the Ukraine war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the released Ukrainian personnel had been held in Russian captivity since 2022, following the start of Russia’s full-scale…
UK joins European agreement backing third-country hubs for rejected asylum seekers
The UK and 45 other European countries have signed a political declaration supporting tougher migration measures, including the use of third-country “return hubs” for unwanted asylum seekers. The agreement, adopted by members of the Council of Europe in Chişinău, Moldova, states that governments have a sovereign right to control borders and deter irregular migration. It…
London’s Metropolitan Police to deploy 4,000 officers for major Central London protests
Two major demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Central London on Saturday (16 May), prompting one of the Metropolitan Police’s largest public order operations in recent years. The annual pro-Palestine Nakba Day march, which commemorates the displacement of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, and a separate Unite the Kingdom rally organised by Stephen…
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina resigns after coalition fallout over drone incursions
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina has announced her resignation following the collapse of her governing coalition after controversy surrounding Ukraine-linked drones entering Latvian airspace. In a statement posted on X, Silina described the move as a “difficult but honest decision” and said her “responsibility to society comes above all else”. She also criticised political opponents,…
UK Health Secretary resigns as pressure mounts on PM Keir Starmer
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has resigned from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government, saying he had “lost confidence” in the Labour leader following the party’s recent election losses. In his resignation letter, Streeting defended his record at the Department of Health and Social Care, pointing to falling NHS waiting lists, improved ambulance response times and higher…
Russia launches largest aerial assault on Ukraine over two days since start of war
Russia has launched its largest aerial assault on Ukraine over a two-day period since the start of the war, targeting Kyiv and other cities with drones and missiles, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He said more than 1,560 drones were launched since Wednesday (13 May), including 670 drones and 56 missiles overnight. In Kyiv, Mayor…
Charles III warns of ‘dangerous and volatile world’ in King’s Speech as pressure grows on Starmer
King Charles III used the King’s Speech 2026 to outline the UK government’s legislative agenda, warning that an “increasingly dangerous and volatile world threatens the United Kingdom”. Speaking before both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday (13 May), the monarch said “every element of the nation’s energy, defence, and economic security will be tested”, citing the…
Tens of thousands join Brussels demonstration against Belgium government reforms
Tens of thousands of people marched through Brussels on Tuesday (12 May) as Belgium’s three main trade unions protested against federal government reforms under Prime Minister Bart De Wever. Organisers said between 40,000 and 70,000 demonstrators joined the national protest, which focused on pensions, purchasing power and automatic wage indexation. Trade unions criticised proposed pension…
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