Europe

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – European leaders hold follow-up talks after US President Trump meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and EU heads to coordinate Ukraine security measures. As reported by The Guardian, following their White House meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, European leaders hold

Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russian strikes killing civilians, urged reliable security, and warned Moscow must not be rewarded. As reported by The Guardian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the overnight Russian strikes in Ukraine, describing them as a

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK officials urge French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to avoid public pressure on US President Trump before Ukraine talks. As reported by The Telegraph, British officials have called on EU leaders to halt

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Trump adviser says UK must pick between US economic model or EU’s ‘socialism.’ A leading adviser to the US president-elect, Donald Trump, has expressed the UK should align itself with the US “free enterprise” economic model instead

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – UK’s Single Trade Window, aimed at simplifying post-Brexit trade, paused due to cost concerns. The Single Trade Window (STW) was designed as a key component of the UK’s post-Brexit border strategy. Its goal was to streamline trade

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Callum Tindal-Draper, 22, dies fighting in Ukraine’s foreign volunteer platoon, despite family pleas. Callum Tindal-Draper, a 22-year-old from Cornwall, was killed while fighting in Ukraine for the country’s foreign volunteer platoon. He had joined the fight against

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Nine boats carrying 572 people were intercepted in the Channel, with rising deaths and new security plans. The Home Office reported that nine boats carrying a total of 572 people attempting to cross the English Channel have

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Trump’s expected focus on the EU over the UK in trade matters may lessen Brexit-related tariff concerns. A possible trade war with the US may not hit Britain as hard as feared, according to a former political

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Russia has experienced its worst-ever month for losses since the start of the war in Ukraine, the UK chief of defence staff has said. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin expressed Russia’s forces suffered an average of nearly 1,500

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK Home Office is developing a new “Europe Hub” to boost relations with the European Union. The latest endeavour as part of PM’s strategy to encourage ties with the EU will sit within the International Strategy,

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British tourists visiting France have been cautioned that they may face delays, due to the reintroduction of border inspections to combat illegal migration and terrorism. France will impose Schengen Area border inspections for an initial six-month period

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK is to lend Ukraine an extra £2.26bn and permit Kyiv to spend the money on weapons to fight off the Russian invasion as part of a broader $50bn (£38.5bn) loan programme expected to be approved

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In the latest figures, there were more than 28,000 crossings – up slightly from last year, but down from 2022. More than 600 people travelled the Channel in small vessels, the day after a baby perished on

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The United Kingdom has announced the most extensive package of sanctions against Russia’s shadow oil tanker fleet.  Britain has inflicted sanctions on 18 further Russian oil tankers and four liquefied natural gas vessels, the largest batch of

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK Foreign Office has issued a caution to holidaymakers staying within the European Union for their holidays this autumn and winter. UK tourists journeying to either France OR Germany have been alerted by the Foreign Office

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – British PM Keir Starmer travelled to Brussels on an assignment to try to enhance ties with the European Union, which disintegrated as the nation left the world’s biggest trading bloc four years ago. PM Starmer wanted to

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new wave of Brexit border checks is putting some trading relationships at “breaking point” for European exporters of plants and flowers, according to garden centres and nurseries. The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), which represents garden retailers

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK is being insisted by Europe’s leading human rights organisation to push ahead with plans to promote the use of Irish and Ulster Scots languages in Northern Ireland despite persistent tensions over the issue. The Council

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Eight people perished overnight attempting to cross the Channel from France to England, French regional authorities have stated. The French maritime prefecture expressed about 59 people were onboard the boat, which got into hardship off the coast

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Industry insiders have insisted the UK government uncover a solution to post-Brexit regulations on live music touring after EU documents presented Brussels was “not prepared” to change regulations. In Labour’s manifesto, Keir Starmer vowed to improve trade

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Russia blamed for ‘reckless sabotage’ across Europe by MI6 chief. The chiefs of MI6 and the CIA have accused Russia of executing a “reckless campaign of sabotage” across Europe. Sir Richard Moore and Bill Burns expressed the

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has dismissed rejoining the European Union as he seated with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin. How Does Starmer Plan to Reset UK-EU Relations Without Rejoining? On a two-day stay to Europe,

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK business and trade secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, has signalled a fresh twin-track strategy to UK trade policy, in which the Labour government will seek closer ties with the European Union while at the same time pursuing

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Ministers have restated their opposition to any deal with the European Union allowing young people to live and function in EU countries after a report stated some elements of this could be arranged as part of

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A fledgling British cargo airline has revealed how Brexit red tape has pushed it to go as far as the US for regular servicing and repairs at enormous environmental and financial costs. How has Brexit red tape

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street has expressed that the Government’s support for Ukraine “remains unchanged” by the country’s invasion of Russia. What Are the Implications of Ukraine’s Attack on Kursk? On August 6 Ukrainian troops penetrated Russian territory in the

London (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – UK airlines are being pushed to fly planes to the United States for gradual and more expensive repairs instead of Europe because of Brexit regulations. Why Are UK Airlines Opting for US Repairs Post-Brexit? The UK

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The European Union has cautioned the UK that it must fully apply the current Brexit deals on EU citizens and Northern Ireland before it will consider a reset in the ties with London. What Are the EU’s

London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Eurostar passengers expecting to catch the commencement of the Paris Olympics have persisted in facing difficulties after an arson episode in France caused train revocations. What Caused the Disruption for Eurostar Passengers to Paris? People journeying by

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – PM Keir Starmer has pledged European leaders he will reset Britain’s relations with their countries as the prime minister employs his first international summit on domestic soil to mark a line under years of fractious relations with

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK’s new European Union relations minister is leading to Brussels to highlight the Labour Government’s pledge to “reset the relationship” with the union. How Is the UK Planning to Improve EU Relations? Nick Thomas-Symonds is meeting European

London (Parliament News) – Volodymyr Zelenskiy is hoping to travel to the UK next week to preach to European leaders at Blenheim Palace who are assembling to discuss Ukraine, European security and democracy. How Significant is Zelenskiy’s First Trip to Ireland? Volodymyr

PM Keir Starmer will urge NATO nations to boost defence spending in response to growing global threats. He casts a major review setting out UK schedules to spend tens of billions of pounds on the military. How Will Starmer Address Global Threats

London (Parliament News) – The EU has imposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, dismissing trade-war concerns. China seeks a resolution, while European carmakers warn of potential industry impacts. The EU’s top trade administrator, Valdis Dombrovskis, has skimmed aside worries of trade-war retaliation

London (Parliament News) – Nigel Farage urged Volodymyr Zelenskiy to seek a truce with Russia, warning that continued conflict could decimate Ukraine’s young men. Farage’s comments drew criticism for perceived pro-Russia sentiments. Should Zelenskiy Seek a Truce with Russia Now? Nigel Farage

London (Parliament News) – Apple delays launching three AI features in Europe due to EU competition regulations requiring interoperability with rival products. The features, including Phone Mirroring, will arrive in the US this fall but not in Europe until 2025. Why is

London (Parliament News) – Police confirm a record number of football bans ahead of Euro 2024, with 197 supporters barred from travel. The majority must surrender passports to prevent disorder during the tournament. Police have confirmed the largest amount of football bans

London (Parliament News) – Kremlin critic Bill Browder expresses that US-style legislation would give the UK power to confiscate capital to support Ukrainian military efforts The Russia critic and anti-corruption campaigner Bill Browder has insisted MPs introduce a US-style law that would

Paris (Parliament News) – French President Macron emphasizes the need for a comprehensive European security framework, highlighting the importance of working closely with non-EU partners like the UK to counter threats from Russia and other risks. French President Emmanuel Macron admitted that

London (Parliament News) – French President Emmanuel Macron denounces migrant relocation to Africa, cautioning against dependence, post-Brexit UK’s Rwanda plan, in a wide-ranging speech on European defence, urging swift and united action against global threats. French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned migration

London (Parliament New) – The Council of Europe’s human rights watchdog criticizes the UK’s Rwanda bill, citing concerns over asylum seekers’ human rights and judicial independence. Legal challenges are expected. The Council of Europe’s human rights watchdog has criticised Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda

London (Parliament News) – The European Union proposes a UK-specific youth mobility deal post-Brexit, allowing easier travel and work opportunities for young people, addressing concerns of differential treatment among EU citizens. The European Union wants to begin talks with the UK government

London (Parliament News) – Importers warn that new Brexit import checks, effective April 30, will lead to shortages of certain foods, flowers, and herbs in the UK. Fees up to £145 per consignment are anticipated. According to Industries Importers, Ministers’ decision to

EU (Parliament Politics Maganize) – Significant food associations have warned that new Brexit border restrictions might render some supplies from the EU unsaleable and lower the shelf life of fresh food from mainland Europe by a fifth. The SPS Certification Working Group

Euro zone bond yields rose on Thursday after economic data showed European economies struggled in November, but less than expected. The yield on the German 10-year bond, the benchmark for the bloc, rose 3 basis points (bps) to 2.593%. Yields move inversely

EU (Parliament Politics Maganize) – Scotland can recover what Brexit took away by rejoining the EU as an independent nation, the Scottish government asserted on Friday. However, there are significant challenges to overcome, as outlined in a new document authored by senior