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Trump's midterm drubbing adds to the populist right's losses. France’s Le Pen could still win

Trump's midterm drubbing adds to the populist right's losses. France’s Le Pen could still win

From Hungary to Brazil, voters have ousted nationalist leaders or blocked far-right challengers

Trump's midterm rout adds to the populist right's losses. France’s Le Pen could still win

Trump's midterm rout adds to the populist right's losses. France’s Le Pen could still win

From Hungary to Brazil, voters have ousted nationalist leaders or blocked far-right challengers

Students in Belgrade join Serbia's post-election cleanup wave

Students in Belgrade join Serbia's post-election cleanup wave

Serbia’s capital Belgrade has been getting a makeover after a youth-led movement’s victory over a long-ruling strongman and his government in Oct. 25 elections

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will make his first international trip since the midterm elections that dealt the Republicans a severe blow

After Trump's midterm rout, Europe sees cracks in populist right. It may not stop France’s Le Pen

After Trump's midterm rout, Europe sees cracks in populist right. It may not stop France’s Le Pen

From Hungary to Brazil, voters have ousted nationalist leaders or blocked far-right challengers

European Commission Updates on EU Enlargement, Highlighting Progress of Aspiring Member States

European Commission Updates on EU Enlargement, Highlighting Progress of Aspiring Member States

The European Commission has released its annual update on countries aspiring to join the European Union, providing indicative roadmaps for those in advanced stages of negotiation. The update identifies Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova as the frontrunners in the accession process, noting that their ongoing reforms are yielding positive results. The Commission emphasizes that every previous enlargement has strengthened the EU, citing significant improvements in living standards, increased life expectancy, and the creation of millions of new jobs across Europe since 2004 in newer Member States. This communication underscores the belief that further enlargement will continue to deliver growth, opportunity, and prosperity for the entire European continent. The update serves as a progress report and a strategic guide for these nations as they continue to align their legal and economic frameworks with EU standards, moving closer to potential membership. The detailed communication is available on EUR-Lex,...

Russian Companies Significantly Increase Trade on Belarusian Commodity Exchange

Russian Companies Significantly Increase Trade on Belarusian Commodity Exchange

Russian Companies Significantly Increase Trade on Belarusian Commodity Exchange

Minsk Eurasian Security Conference Serves as Stabilizer Amidst Global Tensions

Minsk Eurasian Security Conference Serves as Stabilizer Amidst Global Tensions

The Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security is highlighted as a stabilizing force amidst a complex and challenging global environment. Maxim Ryzhenkov, a foreign minister, noted that Belarus, despite its geographical position and external pressures, uses such forums to stabilize the situation not only regionally but across the entire continent. He emphasized that serious shocks in any part of Eurasia impact Belarus. The conference, which continues to grow annually, welcomed representatives from international organizations, European Union countries, and countries from the 'far arc,' indicating a broad interest in dialogue. Ryzhenkov stressed that Belarus, as part of European civilization, seeks to foster dialogue and understanding, even with Western countries, believing that open communication is crucial to prevent further global instability.

European air traffic targeted by new threats after a week of hoaxes

European air traffic targeted by new threats after a week of hoaxes

Officials across Europe report more bomb threats against flights, following a series of hoaxes causing diversions this week

The Latest: Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

The Latest: Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

President Donald Trump said Stephen Miller is replacing Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, mere days after Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections

Switzerland Adopts EU's 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia and Belarus

Switzerland Adopts EU's 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia and Belarus

Switzerland has officially adopted the European Union's 21st package of sanctions against Russia and Belarus. The Swiss Federal Council announced its decision on November 4, with the new restrictive measures taking effect on November 5. This move expands existing sanctions, targeting 254 individuals, companies, and other entities with asset freezes and prohibitions on providing economic resources. Individuals on the sanctions list are also barred from entering or transiting through Switzerland. The new measures include stricter export controls on 41 companies, including those registered in third countries, and bans on transactions involving 33 Russian banks, one third-country bank, 17 financial institutions, five third-country companies, four Russian airports, and two Russian ports. Additionally, 41 vessels linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet' face comprehensive bans on purchase, sale, and service provision. Switzerland is also broadening its export ban on goods that could enhance Russia's military and techno...

EU Urges CTBT Ratification Amid Rising Nuclear Test Risks and Russian Withdrawal

EU Urges CTBT Ratification Amid Rising Nuclear Test Risks and Russian Withdrawal

The European Union (EU) has issued a general statement at the UN General Assembly's 1st Committee, emphasizing the critical need for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) to enter into force. The EU highlighted that the risk of a return to nuclear weapons testing has never been greater, citing North Korea's six nuclear tests and Russia's revocation of its CTBT ratification. The EU calls on Russia to reverse this decision and respect the Treaty's objectives. Despite being signed by 188 states and ratified by 179, the CTBT has not yet entered into force, preventing the use of crucial on-site inspections for verification. The EU urges the nine remaining Annex II States to sign and ratify the CTBT without delay.