World May 11 EU targets Russians with sanctions over the abduction of thousands of Ukrainian children By Lorne Cook, Associated Press
World May 11 As he faces calls to step down, Starmer pledges to bring Britain closer to EU Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to bring Britain closer to the European Union as he faces calls to step down after poor local election results for his Labour Party. By Jill Lawless, Associated Press
World May 07 Watch 7:08 How EU efforts to stem migration affect a dangerous sea route to the Canary Islands In the Atlantic, Spain’s Canary Islands are destinations for thousands of migrants seeking asylum in Europe. It’s a dangerous, desperate journey — many have died trying to reach European shores. Fellows from the University of British Columbia's Global Reporting Program… By Malcom Brabant, Sonia Kopelev
World May 04 European leaders say the timing of Trump's decision to pull troops from Germany came as a surprise Asked about the American decision, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said: "I wouldn't exaggerate that because I think we are expecting that Europe is taking more charge of its own security. By Mark Carlson, Lorne Cook, Associated Press
World May 01 WATCH: Trump says he raised tariffs on autos from EU to 25% Trump said in a social media post that the EU “is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Deal,” though he did not flesh out his objections in the post. By Josh Boak, Associated Press
Apr 24 Why the EU's $106 billion wartime loan is a vital lifeline for cash-strapped Ukraine By Samya Kullab, Associated Press The EU loan is expected to cover about two-thirds of Ukraine’s funding needs in 2026 and 2027. Without it, officials warn that Kyiv could have run out of resources to sustain basic state functions and its war effort as early… Continue reading
Apr 23 EU approves a $106B loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto By Lorne Cook, Justin Spike, Karel Janicek, Associated Press Ukraine desperately needs the loan package to prop up its war-ravaged economy and help keep Russian forces at bay. Continue reading
Apr 20 European Union hosts Palestinian peace conference as it seeks greater role in Middle East By Sam McNeil, Associated Press Over 60 nations met in Brussels on Monday to discuss prospects for stability and peace in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. Continue reading
Apr 13 Hungary's Magyar wants to take over as prime minister as early as May 5 By Justin Spike, Sam McNeil, Associated Press With an overwhelming new mandate, Péter Magyar pledged to cooperate with other European countries, ending Orbán-era obstruction of Europe-wide policies, while also representing Hungarians’ wishes. Continue reading
Apr 12 Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ousted after 'painful' election result, ending 16 years in power By Justin Spike, Sam McNeil, Associated Press Hungarian voters on Sunday ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, rejecting the authoritarian policies and global far-right movement that he embodied in favor of a pro-European challenger. Continue reading