Right-wing populists mock EU over corruption scandals – POLITICO
“It’s been demonstrated the last few years, time and time again, that Europe is dirty and needs to…
German police search journalist’s home over social media post – POLITICO
Police in Berlin on Thursday searched the home of prominent conservative political commentator and former university professor Norbert…
A Letter to Emmanuel Macron
Dear President Macron, On the 81st anniversary of the Allied Liberation of Paris, which ended the deportation of…
Between a rock and a hard place – POLITICO
And last month, we finally witnessed the opening skirmishes of this battle: Just before parliament went into recess,…
Russia’s top court bans non-existent ‘Satanist movement’ – POLITICO
Despite the official-sounding name, the “International Movement of Satanists” does not appear to exist, at least not under…
Russia Moves to Streamline Process for Labeling Groups as ‘Extremist’
Russian lawmakers have approved legislation that dramatically simplifies the process for designating organizations as “extremist.” The bill, passed…
Why Europe’s Far Right Will Keeps Rising
The 2015 migrant crisis still hangs over Europe. The more than 1.3 million migrants—particularly from Syria, Afghanistan, and…
Germany’s extreme right targets gay pride – POLITICO
Organizers of the Pride event, which celebrates Christopher Street Day (CSD) — a commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall…
Iran’s foreign minister heading to Russia to meet with Putin after US strikes – POLITICO
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday announced he will travel to Moscow in the coming hours for…
Austrian leader pushes EU asylum overhaul under far-right pressure – POLITICO
Last year’s election saw the FPÖ win the most votes but remain excluded from government. Human rights groups…