EU's £184bn Russian Asset Gamble for Ukraine
As the EU debates a landmark loan for Kyiv using frozen Russian assets, we examine the high-stakes legal, economic, and political risks. A moment of truth for Europe.
As the EU debates a landmark loan for Kyiv using frozen Russian assets, we examine the high-stakes legal, economic, and political risks. A moment of truth for Europe.
EU leaders face a stark choice between funding Ukraine now or facing greater conflict later, as a €90bn loan plan secured against frozen Russian assets divides the bloc. Read the latest from the crucial summit.
Shocking footage emerges of police violence during a farmers' protest in Brussels against EU agricultural policy. See the full story and video analysis.
Europe's airports warn of 'serious safety hazards' as the EU's new Entry-Exit System causes major delays. ACI reports a 70% increase in border check times. Read the latest.
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As EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, legal analysis reveals Moscow has few viable court challenges. Explore the legal hurdles and geopolitical risks.
Europe's airports warn of 'serious safety hazards' as the new EU Entry-Exit System (EES) causes major delays. Read the latest on the rollout crisis and traveller impact.
A major EU split over using €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine could fracture Western unity and trigger a global financial crisis. Discover the high-stakes legal and economic battle.
The EU's highest court has ruled in favour of a Syrian refugee's appeal against Frontex, setting a new precedent for asylum-seeker evidence and challenging the border agency's accountability. Read the full analysis.
Angry farmers besieged EU summit, clashing with police over fears the South American trade pact will destroy livelihoods. Read the latest on the escalating protests and political deadlock.
The EU's top court has ruled Poland's Constitutional Tribunal lacks independence due to politicised appointments. The decision pressures Warsaw to enact reforms.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on tapping €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defence. Poland's Tusk warns: 'money today, or blood tomorrow'. Follow live updates.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on using €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as Moscow launches lawsuits and warns of war. The outcome tests Europe's global standing.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on a €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Pressure mounts as Kyiv faces battlefield challenges. Read the latest.
Labour's plan to rejoin the Erasmus scheme for £570m a year ignites internal party conflict over Brexit reversal. Key figures push Starmer towards closer EU ties.
Sir Keir Starmer faces accusations of 'throwing billions away' after signing the UK up to the EU's Erasmus scheme at triple the pre-Brexit cost. Critics blast the move as a stealthy Brexit reversal.
Exclusive: European intelligence agencies reveal a GRU-led intimidation campaign against Belgian politicians and Euroclear executives to block the use of seized Russian funds for Ukraine. Read the full report.
Mass student walkouts in Charlotte protest ICE operations as political scientist Dr Jason Johnson reports agents' tires slashed. Discover the escalating immigration enforcement tensions.
British tourists avoid Spanish hotspots fearing anti-tourism water pistol attacks as industry records sharp decline. Travel agencies issue guidance for worried clients.
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Growing safety fears grip Westminster as MPs report being targeted by aggressive demonstrations at their private residences, prompting calls for urgent legal reforms.
Nairobi witnesses violent clashes as Kenyan youth lead nationwide demonstrations against new tax legislation, resulting in multiple fatalities and parliamentary breach.
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Fresh political violence erupts in Tanzania as opposition challenges election results, with UN expressing concern over rising tensions and reported fatalities.
Chaos erupted in Israel as massive ultra-Orthodox protests against military conscription turned violent, with bottles thrown at a female journalist and a 15-year-old boy falling to his death during the demonstrations.
Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted two major UK cities in coordinated protests against companies allegedly supplying military equipment to Israel, leading to multiple arrests.
Robert Jenrick faces parliamentary scrutiny over Metropolitan Police's approach to Armistice Day demonstrations as political tensions escalate.
South Korean activists stage dramatic protests against Chinese President Xi Jinping at APEC summit, highlighting escalating diplomatic tensions and anti-China sentiment across the region.
Peruvian government imposes 30-day state of emergency after massive youth-led protests turn violent in Lima. Gen Z demonstrators demand economic justice as police deploy tear gas and make arrests.
Gardaí face assaults during demonstrations outside Dublin accommodation centre housing international protection applicants, with far-right elements blamed for escalating tensions.