The Greek Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, discussed key legislative initiatives during its meeting on December 23, 2024. Notable proposals included the establishment of public schools funded by the Onassis Foundation, reforms to enhance school autonomy, and legislation…
Poland has assumed the presidency of the European Union, prioritizing the enhancement of European defense and security. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski emphasized that major EU nations support the issuance of common defense bonds to bolster the defense industry. As…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is in Brussels for the European Council meeting, emphasizing the need for Europe’s economic and geopolitical support amid significant global developments. He discussed the importance of enhancing Europe’s defense capabilities and the need for increased…
European Union leaders are convening in Brussels for their final summit of the year, focusing on security threats from external sources. Discussions will include European resilience against potential attacks, increased defense budgets, and the need for EU member states to…
In 2024, Germany approved arms exports worth approximately 13.2 billion euros, surpassing last year’s record due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The majority of these exports, amounting to 8.1 billion euros, were directed to Ukraine, accounting for 62% of…
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) has presented its election program, aiming to revive Germany’s economy and bolster social equity. Key proposals include capping electricity network charges, tax refunds for business investments, and extending tenant protections through an indefinite rent control…
The U.S. defense ties with the Republic of Cyprus are being strengthened with a new amendment added to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This amendment allows Cyprus to be included in military training programs for Eastern Europe, enabling the…
Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has emphasized the need for a unified European strategy to support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts. During a visit to Kyiv, he proposed the formation of a European contact group and called…
The Dutch cabinet is taking steps to enhance the country’s resilience against large-scale armed conflicts and other crises, including natural disasters and cyber threats. Ministers from Justice and Defense presented a comprehensive plan, urging citizens to prepare emergency kits at…
During a press conference in Warsaw, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk outlined that Poland’s presidency of the European Council in the first half of 2025 will focus on security issues, including immigration control. He stressed the need for Europe to…
António Costa has officially assumed the presidency of the European Council, facing significant challenges in uniting the 27 EU member states. His recent tour of EU capitals aims to prepare for upcoming summits as he addresses pressing issues like trade…
The Dutch Ministry of Defense plans to temporarily hire private companies for North Sea surveillance to counter Russian espionage threats. This initiative aims to monitor maritime activities and report suspicious situations to coast guards and naval forces. Belgium is informed…
