EU to propose blanket ban on Russian gas – POLITICO
As part of its plan, Brussels will propose reporting requirements on firms to detail the volume and duration…
Europe leads world in media freedom rankings — but Greece trails again – POLITICO
France (25) and Italy (49) both dropped several places compared to 2024, while the United Kingdom (20) improved…
US’ external debt at $25.8 trillion in 2025, reveals study; check list of top 10 wealthy nations with most debt
The richest country with the most debt in 2025 is the United States, with $25.8 trillion in external…
16 countries to ask EU for fiscal leeway to spend big on defense – POLITICO
The exemption gives countries room to increase their spending on defense up to 1.5 percent of their gross…
Russia threatens NATO nations with revenge nuclear strikes as Putin expands military bases along Finnish border
Russia’s former president claimed NATO’s newest members are potential targets for revenge strikes using nuclear weapons in the…
Pope’s funeral overshadowed by Trump dealmaking – POLITICO
As Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re read a homily to the late pontiff highlighting his humanitarian efforts and humility…
Spain and Lithuania push to oust Ireland from leading eurozone talks – POLITICO
Most officials, however, say that Donohoe is likely to cling on to his job, although a three-horse race…
EU channels inner ‘Buddha’ as it reels from White House shocks – POLITICO
Officials signaled that these back-up options will dominate corridor chats in Warsaw. “What we are going to move…
Estonia seizes Russian shadow tanker in Baltic Sea – POLITICO
It was a week when penguins, bonds, the new German coalition, Louisiana soybeans, fossil fuels, the EU’s Digital…
Norway criticizes Finland’s move to quit land mine treaty – POLITICO
“If we start weakening our commitment, it makes it easier for warring factions around the world to use…