Sunday, June 21, 2026

Brussels

May 5, 2025

EU ‘concerned’ about Israel’s plans to take over Gaza

An EU spokesman said in Brussels that the union was concerned about the extension of the operations in Gaza, which would lead to further casualties for Palestinians.

Gaza carnage
March 6, 2025

Ukrainian president Zelensky attends ‘watershed’ EU summit

Mr Zelensky addressed journalists together with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen

Volodymyr Zelensky
February 12, 2025

U.S. defence secretary Hegseth to make first visit to NATO HQ

Mr Trump’s return to the White House also raised concerns about the U.S. role in helping to ensure European security and the future of thousands of U.S. troops.

NATO troops
February 5, 2025

EU probes Shein over alleged violation of consumer protection rules

The commission noted that Shein was informed of the investigation.

European Union
February 2, 2025

EU condemns M23 invasion in DR Congo

M23 rebel group is involved in armed conflict with government forces in North Kivu district of DRC.

M23 rebel group
October 17, 2024

EU leaders to discuss migration, Middle East, Ukraine in Brussels

Migration has been a contentious issue in the EU for years.

EU leaders
September 5, 2024

Belgium: Victims of sexual abuse in Catholic Church appeal to Pope Francis for justice

The letter was published ahead of Mr Francis’ visit to Belgium in September, where the pope plans to meet with victims of the church.

Pope Francis
May 28, 2024

Netherlands leads air defence missiles supply effort to Ukraine

The Dutch government says it will lead an initiative among some European countries to supply Ukraine with a Patriot air defence missile system.

Patriot missiles
April 17, 2024

EU leaders meet to discuss Israel-Iran conflict, Russia-Ukraine war

The EU must “unite in urging all parties to exercise the utmost restraint, respect international law, and avoid action that may increase tensions.’’

NETANYAHU VS RAISI; ZELENSKY VS PUTIN
April 8, 2024

EU mission repelled 11 Houthi attacks on Red Sea, foreign policy chief says

Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen have been attacking maritime traffic in what they say is a response to Israeli military action in Gaza.

EU's naval mission in the Red Sea