European Union
Germany's Arrow deployment paves way for other European buyers, air defense chief tells 'Post'
German Air Defense Commander Col. Dennis Kruger on if Germany will purchase future iterations of the Arrow system: "I can give you a clear yes to that."
Rafah Crossing to reopen for Gaza residents’ exit to Egypt in coming days, COGAT announces
Belgian police detain suspects as EU diplomatic service faces fraud inquiry
Spain dismantles cell linked to neo-Nazi terrorist group 'The Base'
Egypt reportedly accelerating training of Gaza police force, EU to follow suit
Al-Ain reported Egypt is training a potential Gaza police force to focus on sensitive issues, most notably border and crossing management, which will be key to the next phase of the ceasefire.
Macron's new voluntary military program aims to boost France’s defense capabilities
Macron unveils a new voluntary military program for youth to strengthen France's defense amid growing global threats.
EU law enforcement exploring cooperation with NGO that seeks IDF prosecutions
"Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) terror links are well-documented and longstanding,” NGO Monitor Vice President Olga Deutsch said in a statement.
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Filip Turek stated that his Nazi salute and posting of Nazi memorabilia were due to "bad humour" rather than any affinity to Nazism or racism.
Same-sex marriages to be recognized throughout the EU, court rules
The EU court says Poland has been wrong not to refuse to recognise a same sex marriage between two of its citizens that took place in Germany.
Finland clings to 'world's happiest country' crown as population's gloom deepens
Finland is grappling with economic stagnation, joblessness, and strained public finances, despite holding the title of the world's happiest population.
Members of US-targeted Antifa group face trial in Germany over violent attacks
Seven Members of the left-wing group Antifa Ost face trial in Germany for violence, including attempted murder. The group was recently designated as a terrorist organization by the US.
Israeli MedTech draws record interest at MEDICA 2025 in Germany
Israeli medical technology companies are drawing international attention at MEDICA 2025 this week.
Nexperia chip crisis throws global auto supply chains into chaos again
Nexperia chip crisis leaves automakers exposed as China halts exports, cutting production and revealing reliance on low-tech components
China pushes strategic industry ties with Germany amid rare earth strain
China moves to build stronger ties with Germany amid strain on the rare-earth market.
Lithuania's Vilnius airport reopens following balloon incursions
European aviation has been repeatedly thrown into chaos by drone sightings since early October, with the Vilnius closure the ninth such shutdown.
