The European Union

NATO January 14

International underwater cable attacks by Russia, China are no ‘mere coincidence’ warns EU’s top diplomat

Attacks on underwater cables in strategic areas connecting telecommunication lines and power sources in Asia and Europe are suspected to be coordinated attacks by China and Russia.

World Politics January 8

France pushes back on Trump using military pressure to take Greenland, says it's now 'survival of the fittest'

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Wednesday said the European Union will not permit President-elect Trump to attempt to take Greenland by military force.

National Security December 31

Ukraine receives US natural gas shipment for the 1st time amid fresh supply fears

The expiration of Russian piped gas through Ukraine has put EU leaders on edge, sparking fresh supply concerns ahead of a cold winter season.

Europe December 29

European officials pitch new idea to shore up defenses with Trump's return

European officials are struggling to agree on a plan to shore up hundreds of billions of dollars to bolster defenses. Some NATO experts are proposing a global defense bank.

Energy December 27

Trump tells EU to buy more American-made oil and gas or face 'tariffs all the way'

President-elect Trump is threatening to tariff the European Union if they don't purchase more U.S. oil and gas to "make up their tremendous deficit."

Russia December 6

Romania annuls first round of presidential vote won by far-right candidate

Romania's top court annulled the first round of the country's presidential election after intelligence was declassified alleging Russia interfered to promote Calin Georgescu.

Europe December 2

Pro-Putin leader backs harsh crackdown as over 40 people hospitalized amid protests in Georgia

Dozens are hospitalized after massive protests broke out across Georgia following the pro-Putin government's move halting decadeslong talks on joining the EU amid increasing ties with Russia.

Europe December 1

Georgian PM praises country's protest crackdown despite US condemnation

Georgia, which has been criticized for using "excessive force" to crack down on anti-government protests, has become increasingly authoritarian, according to Western governments.

Ireland December 1

Ireland election: Incumbent center-right parties likely to retain power, but left-wing Sinn Fein holds water

Ireland's election results have yet to be finalized, but exit polling suggests a coalition government between the center-right Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.

Antisemitism Exposed November 24

Calls for US to do more as antisemitic acts skyrocket in Europe: 'enormously painful'

After assaults on Jews reported in Amsterdam following a soccer game, Jews likewise endangered throughout Europe. One Jewish leader is calling for the U.S. to increase diplomatic efforts to curtail hate.