European Union
Merz's CDU party unanimously adopts motion to end UNRWA funding, create rules for payments to PA
At the CDU congress, Merz's party approved a motion to freeze aid to the Palestinian Authority until reforms are made, end EU/German subsidies to UNRWA, and ensure antisemitism compliance.
Five European military powers plan drone defense program amid concerns of US commitment to NATO
European Union explores possible support for new Gaza administration committee
Finnish FM visits Jerusalem for first time since 2016, discusses regional issues with FM Sa'ar
Shifting EU politics, Israel's stance analyzed at Jerusalem conference - analysis
At an academic conference in Jerusalem, experts discussed the EU’s political decline, shifting attitudes towards Israel, and the impact of Russian aggression, US geopolitics, and global tensions.
FM Sa’ar holds call with EU officials to push for proscription of IRGC as terrorist organization
“Today, the Revolutionary Guards are leading the repression and massacre of Iran's citizens,” Sa’ar said, emphasizing the IRGC’s role in “the spread of terror and instability in the Middle East."
Denmark wishes for 'common way forward' with Trump, President undeterred in quest for Greenland
The Danish FM clarified that any “ideas that would not respect [the] territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark and the right of self-determination of the Greenlandic people are unacceptable."
EU Parliament bans all Iranian diplomats, representatives from its premises
"I have taken the decision to ban all diplomatic staff and any other representatives of the Islamic Republic from all European Parliament premises," said Parliament President, Roberta Metsola.
How post-war world order is collapsing under the weight of new US ambitions - opinion
The post-WWII world order is crumbling as the US, Russia, and China challenge global rules and institutions.
Bank Hapoalim completes $2 billion overseas bond sale in largest such offering by an Israeli bank
The issuance was led by international underwriters Citi, JPMorgan, Barclays, Morgan Stanley, Jefferies and Goldman Sachs, the bank said.
Restoring democracy in Venezuela must respect its people's will, EU countries say
A spokesperson for Hungary's representation to the EU did not immediately respond to a request for comment on why it had not signed the statement.
The journalistic mistake that softens Hamas and humanizes the wolf - opinion
Targeted language promotes certain feelings and thoughts. When Hamas is referred to as a militant Palestinian group, it almost evokes sympathy against the backdrop of the war ruins in Gaza.
Bulgaria celebrates entry into euro zone, lev currency banished into history
Bulgaria is changing its currency from the lev to the euro, raising concerns over higher prices and political unrest.
Kosovo to hold election in bid to end year-long political impasse
The vote is the second this year in Europe's youngest nation after Kurti's Vetevendosje party fell short of a majority in February.
