The French Senate approved the revenue portion of the 2025 budget on November 30, despite a boycott by leftist groups. Following intense debates over seven days, the senate majority supported the bill with a decisive 200 to 15 vote. The…
The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a justice decree that notably omits two significant and contentious provisions: the ‘gag’ on judges and tighter cybercrime regulations. A new article enhances the effectiveness of electronic bracelets for protecting women from violence,…
Donald Trump is shaping his potential administration with a cabinet filled predominantly by loyalists, emphasizing a hardline approach across key departments. Notable selections include Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, aimed at reforming the Justice Department, and Pete Hegseth for Defense,…
Tjebbe van Oostenbruggen, a member of the NSC party, has been appointed as the new Deputy Minister of Finance in the Netherlands, succeeding Folkert Idsinga, who resigned due to criticism over undisclosed business interests. Since joining the Tweede Kamer in…
With 75 days until his inauguration, Donald Trump is preparing for a smoother transition back to the White House after his election victory over Kamala Harris. Experts note he is better poised than in 2016, having gained experience from his…
The municipal party ‘Thessaloniki for All’ bids farewell to former mayor Yiannis Boutaris, noting his inspiring leadership through recent local elections. The party highlights his commitment to ethical governance, inclusiveness, and sustainable development during his two terms as mayor from…
In a light-hearted rebuttal, the German government addressed Elon Musk’s recent comment labeling Chancellor Olaf Scholz as ‘foolish.’ Deputy government spokesperson Christiane Hofmann noted that ‘there is freedom for fools on X,’ referring to the platform Musk owns. She explained…
The coalition government formed in 2020, uniting Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party, faced unprecedented challenges from the Covid pandemic to rising migration and a dire cost of living crisis. Key milestones included a historic 140-day government formation…
The Dáil is facing scrutiny over Minister for Education Norma Foley’s undisclosed meeting with Yondr executives regarding a €9 million budget for mobile phone pouches for students. Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty criticized this expense as a ‘terrible waste of public…
Ahead of the upcoming general election, Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman predicts that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael will form a coalition government, warning against reliance on independents. At a press conference, O’Gorman emphasized the impact of the Green Party,…
In a recent briefing, Greece’s Minister of State and Government Spokesperson, Pavlos Marinakis, provided crucial updates to political journalists. The session facilitated insights regarding ongoing governmental affairs and strategic communication efforts. Marinakis emphasized the government’s commitment to transparency and information…
During a recent event broadcasted by ertnews.gr, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, alongside Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and Deputy Foreign Minister George Kotsiras, introduced the Strategic Plan for the Greek Diaspora covering 2024-2027. The initiative aims to strengthen ties with…
