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January 16, 2023

Paris prepares Eiffel Tower tribute to Mahsa Amini as protests continue

The city of Paris prepared a tribute to Mahsa Amini, the Iranian who died after being detained by the police. Thousands of people have protested the Iranians death.

January 12, 2023

Almost half of European Union population reports their standard of living has declined, survey finds

Almost half of Europeans living in the EU have reported that they have already seen a reduction in their standard of living amid the pandemic, inflation and Russia's war in Ukraine.

January 12, 2023

European Union lawmakers agree to plans meant to prevent corruption following major scandal

The European Parliament President is moving forward with plans to prevent ex-lawmakers from lobbying after they leave office. This comes in response to a corruption scandal.

January 4, 2023

Putin operatives trying to turn Germans against Ukraine war: report

Factions of far-right groups and pro-Putin operatives have reportedly combined forces in Germany to push Berlin to end its support for Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion.

January 4, 2023

European Union's natural gas storage levels stand at nearly 84% despite Russian attempts to choke off supplies

After stocking up on gas last year, the EU's natural gas storage levels stand at nearly 84%. This comes despite the fact that Russia has attempted to cut off natural gas supply.

January 3, 2023

European Union offers China free COVID vaccines as cases surge

The European Union is offering free coronavirus vaccines to China as the country is facing an increase of cases after lifting its "zero-COVID" policies last year.

December 16, 2022

Croatian lawmakers reject bid for country to help train Ukrainian soldiers as part of European Union mission

A bid for Croatia to help train Ukrainian soldiers as part of an E.U. mission was rejected by lawmakers in the country. The proposal did not pass because it was four votes short.

December 14, 2022

EU lawmaker at heart of alleged Qatar bribery case to remain in custody

A Greek lawmaker charged in connection with a corruption scheme will remain in detention after her court hearing was postponed.

December 14, 2022

Police raid European Parliament as investigators probe Qatar bribery allegations

European Parliament has been the scene of multiple raids by Belgian police investigating alleged corruption and bribery related to the Qatari government.

December 13, 2022

Ken DeLand: French police report says missing American college student in 'fragile mood,' 'may be depressed'

A French police report about missing American college student Ken DeLand says the 22-year-old is in a “fragile mood” and “might be depressed," noting too he doesn't speak French well.