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Ukraine’s ex-defence minister Fedorov becomes Italy’s defence adviser
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's former defence minister, will advise Italy's Defence Ministry on defence innovation, focusing on modern warfare technologies and operational solutions.
CPAC arrives in Italy as Rome emerges as potential MAGA hub in Europe
The CPAC conference is launching in Italy this weekend, positioning Rome as a new European hub for the MAGA movement, following Prime Minister Meloni's support for the initiative.
Matteo Salvini’s League heads towards a showdown over its leadership
Matteo Salvini's League faces a leadership showdown as its Northern wing rebels, pushing for a congress to reshape the party's direction and possibly splitting from it.
Austrian Chancellor Stocker calls for constitutional ban on ‘political Islam’
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker is advocating for a constitutional ban on 'political Islam', citing its incompatibility with democracy and Western values.
US lawmakers move to sanction Serbian officials over Russia, China and Iran ties
US lawmakers have introduced the SRBIJA Act to sanction Serbian officials due to ties with Russia, China, and Iran, reflecting growing concerns over stability in the Western Balkans.
Police raid AfD candidates 10 days before Saxony-Anhalt vote
German police conducted raids on properties linked to two AfD candidates just days before the Saxony-Anhalt election, investigating their ties to a banned neo-Nazi organization.
Annalena Baerbock moves from UN presidency to Columbia University
Annalena Baerbock will leave her position as UN General Assembly President to become a Professor of Global Leadership at Columbia University this autumn.
Meloni and Badenoch under pressure after Rome meeting
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch held an informal meeting in Rome to discuss pressing political issues amidst rising right-wing pressures.
France places eight far-left activists under investigation over alleged explosives training
Eight far-left activists in France have been arrested for allegedly training with incendiary devices in preparation for a violent protest against the Lyon-Turin railway project.
CDU mayor donates €10,000 to the AfD and urges conservatives to vote for it
CDU mayor Bernd Prange has donated €10,000 to the AfD and is urging conservatives to vote for the party in the upcoming Saxony-Anhalt election on September 6, 2026.
Italy seeks compensation from Berlin over migrants brought ashore by German NGOs
Italy is demanding compensation from Germany for migrants brought to its shores by German NGOs, which accounted for over half of irregular entries since October 2022.
Meloni-Frederiksen deal on migration sparks fight inside Europe’s socialist family
A political clash has erupted within Europe's socialist family over the cooperation between Italy's Meloni and Denmark's Frederiksen on immigration policies, sparking deep divisions.
Germany overhauls its spy services as hybrid war with Russia escalates
Germany's cabinet has approved a significant reform of its intelligence services to enhance their powers against cyberattacks and foreign interference amid heightened tensions with Russia.
Russia presses Armenia to choose between the EU and the Eurasian Economic Union
Russia has pressured Armenia to choose between the EU and the Eurasian Economic Union by December, following a joint statement from EAEU leaders urging a nationwide referendum.
Italy rejects Germany’s planned deportations of migrants
Italy has rejected Germany's plans to deport asylum seekers back to its territory, emphasizing its refusal to set a precedent for ongoing Dublin transfers amid escalating tensions.
Salvini faces internal revolt as League struggles for its future
Matteo Salvini faces an internal revolt in the League, with senior members calling for his resignation amid significant concerns for the future of Italy's governing coalition.
Italy targets German NGOs as migrant row with Berlin escalates
Italy demands Germany take responsibility for NGO-operated migrant ships, escalating a dispute over asylum transfers and the impact of NGO activities on migration policies.
Investigation exposes workplace pressure and harassment reports inside the European Commission
A new investigation reveals troubling reports of workplace pressure and harassment within the European Commission, highlighting mixed experiences among its staff.
German majority turns against ‘firewall’ barring AfD
Recent polling indicates a shift in German public opinion, with 59% now open to political cooperation with the AfD, challenging the long-standing political firewall against the party.
Germany is set to deport migrants to Italy amid Dublin rules reset
Germany is set to resume Dublin transfers of asylum seekers to Italy, starting August 19, as part of the EU's new asylum framework aimed at reinvigorating the system.
Italy to host first CPAC only after 2027 general election
Italy will host its first Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) only after the 2027 general election, with a preparatory summit scheduled for September 2023.
More than 1,000 German lawyers back call for AfD ban ‘to protect democracy’
Over 1,000 German lawyers and jurists have urged political institutions to pursue banning the AfD, claiming it threatens the democratic order while urging swift action before further erosion occurs.
Swiss voters decide whether neutrality should bar EU sanctions on Russia
Swiss voters will decide on September 27, 2026, whether to amend the Federal Constitution to define neutrality, impacting future EU sanctions and security cooperation with Western nations.
Berlin queer commissioner counts Islamists among ‘conservative forces’ after Pride attack
Berlin's queer commissioner, Alfonso Pantisano, has sparked controversy by categorizing Islamist groups as part of the 'conservative forces' threatening LGBTQ+ safety after a recent parade attack.
Merz reopens citizenship-stripping debate after Berlin CSD attack
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed revoking citizenship for dangerous dual nationals after the Berlin CSD attack that killed one and injured 29.
Italy drops Pirlo as coach over Russian betting ties
Andrea Pirlo's potential appointment as Italy's national team coach faces hurdles due to his commercial ties with Russia, sparking a political controversy amid the Ukraine conflict.
Milan court orders MEP Ilaria Salis to pay €300,000 over assistants’ dismissal
A Milan court has ordered MEP Ilaria Salis to pay over €300,000 for unlawfully dismissing two assistants, ruling that she failed to justify their termination.
Aliyev confirms secret German-Russian talks in Baku on ending the Ukraine war
Former German and Russian officials met in Baku to discuss potential peace in Ukraine, confirmed by Azerbaijani President Aliyev.
Italy faces a George Floyd moment after immigrant dies during police restraint
Political tensions are rising in Italy following the death of Abderrahim Fakir during a police intervention, igniting protests and comparisons to George Floyd's case in the U.S.
Grey Wolves support in Germany reaches record high
Germany's domestic intelligence has reported a record 13,500 supporters of the Grey Wolves movement, raising concerns about extremism and influence within the Turkish community.
Musk backs Le Pen as ‘France’s last hope’
Elon Musk has endorsed Marine Le Pen as 'France's last hope' ahead of the 2027 presidential election, amid controversy over her recent conviction and restored candidacy rights.
Thuringia parliament to hold hearing on AfD ban
The Thuringia parliament will hold a hearing on September 30, 2026, to explore banning the AfD, amid rising concerns over its alignment with Germany's democratic values.
Italy’s centre-left alliance faces crisis over Russia divide
Italy's centre-left alliance is facing a crisis due to Giuseppe Conte's controversial comments on Russia and defence, which have exposed deep divisions as they aim to unite against Meloni.
Brussels moves to strip Venice Biennale of €2 million over Russian pavilion’s return
The European Commission plans to withdraw a €2 million grant from the Venice Biennale over its decision to allow the Russian pavilion to return, citing political concerns.
Italian prosecutors stop naming suspects’ nationality in official statements
Italian prosecutors in Perugia are now restricted from disclosing suspects' nationality in official statements, igniting a national debate on crime reporting and transparency.