EU unveils another plan to roll back green rules – POLITICO
The Commission will stress-test the Birds and Habitats Directives in 2026 “taking into account climate change, food security,…
Trump is still an asset to Ukraine peace talks, says UK’s top diplomat – POLITICO
Trump’s virulent attack on European leaders — who he said were “weak” and presiding over “decaying” nations due…
Britain will beef up anti-corruption force amid national security fears – POLITICO
The U.K. government this year shocked its progressive base with deep cuts to Britain’s aid system. But there…
German coalition passes disputed pension package, ending rift – POLITICO
“This is not the end of our pension policy,” Merz said in a statement after the vote. “It’s…
Putin ‘morally responsible’ for British Novichok death, inquiry finds – POLITICO
Anthony Hughes, who chaired the public inquiry into Sturgess’ death, said the attack was “expected to stand as…
No ‘finalized’ peace plan on Ukraine – POLITICO
“Ministers agreed we need to agree on the funding options as a matter of urgency,” Kallas told reporters…
France wants to end free health care for foreign pensioners – POLITICO
Under French law, non-working citizens from outside the EU who have a long-stay visa and can prove they…
EU-UK talks on defense deal break down – POLITICO
Under SAFE, third countries can account for a maximum of 35 percent of the value of a weapons…
UK parliament’s security staff eye New Year’s Eve strike – POLITICO
“We put our lives on the line,” said Harvey. Security staff check all people, vehicles and items entering…
UK and EU explore ‘pay as you go’ model to break defense talks deadlock – POLITICO
SAFE is meant to kick-start a European security renaissance, provide independence from the U.S. and give the continent…
The EU’s grand new plan to replace fossil fuels with trees – POLITICO
At the center of the strategy is carbon, the fundamental building block of a wide range of manufactured…
European Space Agency to play a greater role in defense – POLITICO
The war in Ukraine has shown the importance of space assets, both for intelligence gathering and secure communications.…