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EU Anti-Fraud Head Stripped of Immunity

Giovanni Kessler, the head of EU anti-fraud authority OLAF, has had his immunity from prosecution lifted, EU authorities have confirmed.

World » EU | March 11, 2016, Friday // 14:25 | Viewed: 79425

Bulgaria Ordered by EU Court to Allow Legal Gender Reassignment

The European Court of Justice (CJEU) has ruled that Bulgaria must establish clear and effective procedures for the legal recognition of gender identity, including the ability to update personal documents such as identity cards and birth certificates.

World » EU | March 12, 2026, Thursday // 14:09 | Viewed: 1388

European Parliament Demands North Macedonia Honor Treaty Obligations with Bulgaria

The European Parliament has reaffirmed that North Macedonia must continue implementing the Treaty of Friendship, Good-Neighbourliness and Cooperation with Bulgaria, as well as the Prespa Agreement with Greece, in line with the EU’s Negotiating Framework

World » EU | March 12, 2026, Thursday // 12:01 | Viewed: 978

Europe on the Brink: Returning to Russian Oil Would Be a Catastrophe, von der Leyen Says

Europe would be making a strategic error if it sought to address soaring energy prices by returning to Russian fossil fuels, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated on Wednesday

World » EU | March 11, 2026, Wednesday // 14:09 | Viewed: 3035

Von der Leyen Warns EU: Turning Away From Nuclear Was a Strategic Error

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called the European Union’s decision to reduce its reliance on nuclear energy a strategic misstep, highlighting the bloc’s dependence on imported fossil fuels

World » EU | March 10, 2026, Tuesday // 16:15 | Viewed: 2510

Bulgaria Seeks Next EU Cash: Acting PM Tells von der Leyen Work on Payments Is Accelerating

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov held talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Paris, focusing on Bulgaria’s progress under the Recovery and Resilience Plan and the upcoming payments expected from the European Union

World » EU | March 10, 2026, Tuesday // 15:40 | Viewed: 2357

European Gas Prices Post Sharpest Single-Day Drop Since 2023

Natural gas prices across Europe fell sharply on Tuesday, dropping 16% to around €47 per megawatt-hour after spiking to a three-year high above €69/MWh the previous day.

World » EU | March 10, 2026, Tuesday // 11:27 | Viewed: 2283

Europe Stands Ready to Tap Oil Reserves If Necessary

European Commissioner for the Economy Valdis Dombrovskis signaled that the EU is prepared to release its strategic oil reserves should the deteriorating situation in the Middle East demand it.

World » EU | March 10, 2026, Tuesday // 09:43 | Viewed: 2076

Hungary Bans Exports of Crude Oil and Certain Fuels

Hungary's government has moved to ban the export of crude oil, diesel, and 95-octane gasoline. Alongside this prohibition, the state plans to release fuel reserves sufficient to cover 45 days of domestic needs

World » EU | March 10, 2026, Tuesday // 09:15 | Viewed: 2129

Sweden Prepares for Worst: Citizens Told to Expect Crisis and Keep Cash

Sweden is stepping up its preparations for potential crises or conflicts by creating stockpiles of essential supplies, including fuel, food, and power generators.

World » EU | March 9, 2026, Monday // 15:24 | Viewed: 4012

Europe’s Gas Prices Skyrocket 30% as Iran War Threatens Energy Security

Natural gas futures in Europe surged as much as 30% in early trading today, surpassing €69 per megawatt-hour, marking the highest level since January 2023

World » EU | March 9, 2026, Monday // 11:14 | Viewed: 1842

Iran War: Turkey Sends F-16s to Northern Cyprus, Macron Visits the Island

Turkey has deployed six F-16 fighter jets along with air defense systems to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) as tensions in the Middle East intensify

World » EU | March 9, 2026, Monday // 11:11 | Viewed: 2470

Bulgaria Grants Protection to European Prosecutor After Allegations of Pressure from Peevski

The Bulgarian Ministry of Interior has assigned security to European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva after she reported pressure and threats linked to investigations conducted by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office in Bulgaria

World » EU | March 7, 2026, Saturday // 19:18 | Viewed: 3856

Germany Warns Iran War Could Trigger New Migration Wave Toward Europe

Germany has warned that the war involving Iran could trigger a new migration wave toward Europe, as the conflict continues to create instability across the region

World » EU | March 6, 2026, Friday // 20:04 | Viewed: 4154

Whistleblower Alert: Bulgarian European Prosecutor Exposes Corruption and Safety Threats

The Ministry of Justice has officially received a report from Teodora Georgieva, Bulgaria's European Prosecutor, detailing pressure, threats, and attempts to undermine the authority of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office

World » EU | March 6, 2026, Friday // 17:13 | Viewed: 3404

Europol Warns Middle East Conflict Could Trigger Terrorism, Cyberattacks in EU

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is expected to have immediate implications for the security of the European Union, according to the European policing agency Europol

World » EU | March 6, 2026, Friday // 10:10 | Viewed: 2539

Cyprus at Center of Escalation as EU States Boost Military Presence and Security Coordination

France, Italy and Greece have agreed to align their military presence in Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean in response to rising regional tension

World » EU | March 5, 2026, Thursday // 16:13 | Viewed: 3123

European Gas Prices Jump 8% After Putin Hints at Halting Supplies

Natural gas prices in Europe climbed sharply, rising 8% in early trading today following warnings from Russian President Vladimir Putin that Moscow could halt deliveries to the continent.

World » EU | March 5, 2026, Thursday // 14:00 | Viewed: 4241

Spain Denies US Claims of Military Cooperation Against Iran, Stands Firm on Base Restrictions

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has firmly denied claims by the United States that Spain has agreed to assist in the American military operation against Iran

World » EU | March 5, 2026, Thursday // 09:01 | Viewed: 2066

Spain Says No to Trump’s Threats: Sanchez Warns of Global Catastrophe if War Continues

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has delivered a firm rebuttal to US President Donald Trump’s threat to cut trade with Spain, emphasizing his government’s refusal to participate in military action against Iran and reiterating a clear stance of “No to

World » EU | March 4, 2026, Wednesday // 17:16 | Viewed: 3749

Macron Declares Europe’s Nuclear Dawn: “To Be Free, We Must Be Feared”

French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a keynote address on France’s nuclear strategy from a military base hosting the country’s ballistic missile submarines, outlining a significant update to the nation’s deterrence doctrine

World » EU | March 2, 2026, Monday // 17:45 | Viewed: 3994

Spain Forces U.S. Jets Out After Blocking Bases for Iran Strikes

Spain has barred the use of its military bases for strikes on Iranian targets, prompting the immediate departure of U.S. aircraft stationed in the country

World » EU | March 2, 2026, Monday // 16:25 | Viewed: 13852
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