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Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone

Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone

Bulgaria’s government has resigned as mass protests gripped the country just weeks before it’s due to join the eurozone
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Bulgaria's government resigns as mass protests gripped the nation weeks before joining eurozone

Bulgaria's government resigns as mass protests gripped the nation weeks before joining eurozone

Bulgaria’s government has resigned as mass protests gripped the country just weeks before it’s due to join the eurozone
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Bulgarian government resigns after weeks of street protests

Bulgarian government resigns after weeks of street protests

SOFIA, Dec 11 (Reuters) - Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov handed in his government's resignation on Thursday following weeks of street protests over its economic policies and its perceived failure to tackle corruption.
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Slovakia's Parliament Moves to Dismantle Whistleblower Protection Office

Slovakia's Parliament Moves to Dismantle Whistleblower Protection Office

Slovakia's parliament has approved a government plan to dismantle the independent office responsible for protecting whistleblowers. The decision was supported by 78 lawmakers from the coalition government led by Prime Minister Robert Fico. This move has faced criticism from various quarters, including the opposition, the Slovak prosecutor-general, the European Union, and several NGOs. The Whistleblower Protection Office, established in 2021 under EU rules, has expressed concerns that the new legislation will weaken the protection and trust in the whistleblower system. The government plans to replace the office with a new institution that will also address crime victim protection, citing previous abuses of the system for political reasons.
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In stunning reversal for Europe, Greek finance minister elected as Eurogroup president

In stunning reversal for Europe, Greek finance minister elected as Eurogroup president

Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis has been elected as president of the Eurogroup — a move that would have been unthinkable just 10 years ago, when the country was in the throes of a deep financial crisis that almost saw it tossed out of the eurozone altogether
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Slovakia's parliament approves plan to dismantle whistleblower protection office

Slovakia's parliament approves plan to dismantle whistleblower protection office

Slovakia’s parliament has approved a plan to dismantle an independent office that protects whistleblowers
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Slovakia's Parliament Moves to Dismantle Whistleblower Protection Office Amid Criticism

Slovakia's Parliament Moves to Dismantle Whistleblower Protection Office Amid Criticism

Slovakia's parliament has approved a government plan to dismantle the independent office responsible for protecting whistleblowers. The decision, supported by 78 lawmakers from the coalition government led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, has faced criticism from various quarters, including the opposition, the Slovak prosecutor-general, the European Union, and NGOs. The Whistleblower Protection Office, established in 2021 under EU rules, expressed concerns that the new legislation would weaken protection and trust in the system. The government plans to replace the office with a new institution that will also address crime victim protection, citing previous abuses of the system for political reasons. The legislative changes were pushed through using a fast-track procedure, limiting expert review and parliamentary debate.
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European Union Advances Migration Policy Overhaul Amidst Internal Opposition

European Union Advances Migration Policy Overhaul Amidst Internal Opposition

The European Union is moving forward with significant changes to its migration system, aiming to streamline deportations and increase detentions. This overhaul includes the establishment of a 'solidarity pool' to distribute the financial burden of hosting refugees among member states, particularly those facing high migratory pressure like Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and Spain. Hungary and Poland have expressed opposition to mandatory hosting or financial contributions for migrants. The EU's new approach also involves a 'safe third country' concept, allowing for the denial of residency to migrants from designated safe countries. This policy shift comes amid a decade-long debate on migration, influenced by a surge in asylum-seekers and the rise of far-right political parties. The European Council will negotiate with the European Parliament to finalize these changes.
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France calls new U.S. security doctrine 'brutal clarification'

France calls new U.S. security doctrine 'brutal clarification'

PARIS, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Europe must accelerate its rearmament in response to a stark shift in U.S. military doctrine, a French government official said on Tuesday, calling Washington's new security strategy "an extremely brutal clarification" of its ideological posture. The U.S.
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Greenland Hosts U.S. Talks Amid Renewed Interest in U.S. Takeover by President Trump

Greenland Hosts U.S. Talks Amid Renewed Interest in U.S. Takeover by President Trump

Greenland is hosting annual talks with American officials, marking the end of a year where President Trump revived discussions about a potential U.S. takeover of the mineral-rich island. These meetings involve a 'joint committee' between Greenland and U.S. officials, as well as a 'permanent committee' that includes the Danish government. The discussions aim to ensure mutual respect for the interests of both Greenlanders and Americans. The U.S. ambassador in Copenhagen emphasized the long-standing friendship between the U.S. and Greenland, while Greenlandic officials reiterated their right to self-determination.
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Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new prime minister following October’s parliamentary election
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European Union Advances Stricter Migration Policies Amidst Criticism

European Union Advances Stricter Migration Policies Amidst Criticism

The European Union is finalizing a comprehensive overhaul of its migration system, which includes streamlined deportations and increased detentions. This move comes after years of debate among EU member states regarding migration policies. The new measures introduce a 'safe third country' concept, allowing EU nations to reject migrants and expedite deportations. Additionally, a 'solidarity pool' has been established to share the financial burden of hosting refugees among member states. While some EU countries support these changes, others, like Hungary and Poland, oppose mandatory hosting or financial contributions for migrants.