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EU Council president to visit Western Balkans

European Council President António Costa will visit all six Western Balkan countries ahead of the EU-Western Balkans summit. Costa said the tour was meant to show that the EU remained committed to the region and that enlargement was still possible. His …

EU Council president to visit Western Balkans before summit

European Council President António Costa will visit Western Balkan capitals ahead of next week’s EU-Western Balkans summit in Montenegro. The trip begins in Sarajevo on Monday and ends in the coastal town of Tivat on 4 June. Costa is due in Tirana on …

EU president: Europe should develop a protocol for 'hybrid situations'

Europe should develop a protocol for hybrid situations which would allow for the "rapid mobilisation" of "EU instruments," President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said during a meeting with the Baltic presidents on …

EU Council president sees Mexico as a key ally for UN reform

Jorge Antonio Rocha 22 May 2026•Update: 22 May 2026 European Council President Antonio Costa acknowledged Mexico as a key strategic ally for reforming the United Nations while calling for building a robust multilateral world order. His remarks came during …

Ukraine war “threatens every nation on the planet” – EU chief

An EU chief says that Europe facing an “existential threat.” EU council president Antonio Costa said, “The war of aggression being waged against Ukraine by a permanent member of the Security Council is unacceptable and threatens the security of every …

Zelensky Agrees with EU Council President Costa on Integration Steps

A brief Kyiv Brussels discussion set new milestones for Ukraine’s EU path, hinting at cluster openings and synchronization of reforms to unlock membership prospects. President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed with European Council President António Costa on …

Péter Magyar Counts on EU Billions and NATO Course in Brussels

PM Péter Magyar and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has arrived in Brussels for negotiations. The focus of the two-day working visit is the release of blocked EU funds for Hungary. Accompanied by a ministerial …

EU President Signals Readiness for Russia Dialogue at ‘Right Moment’

The EU will only talk to Vladimir Putin at the “right moment,” António Costa, the president of the European Council, told reporters on Saturday. The remarks appeared to clarify comments he made last week, when he said there was “potential” for EU-Russia …

‘Keep calm and carry on’ with Trump, says EU president Costa

Explainer: Russia’s Grip on Its Neighbors Is Loosening

Russia’s war on Ukraine has triggered a massive geopolitical shift – not only in the Kremlin’s deteriorating relations with the West, but also across its decades-old sphere of influence in the former Soviet space and beyond. With Russian ruler Vladimir …

EU needs Türkiye more than Türkiye needs EU, President Erdogan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday said the European Union needs Türkiye more than Türkiye needs the bloc, as he urged Brussels to avoid actions and rhetoric that could undermine Ankara’s "constructive stance." Speaking after a Cabinet …

EU's von der Leyen on US-Iran deal: 'Tehran must not get nuke'

EU President von der Leyen welcomed US-Iran deal progress, stressing Tehran must not get a nuke. Trump said a deal is 'largely negotiated' with a 60-day ceasefire in its final stages, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. EU sets conditions for …

‘Crystal clear case of lawfare’: Lawyer for jailed Moldovan regional leader speaks to RT

Evgenia Gutsul, the head of Moldova’s autonomous Gagauzia Region, has been denied due process, her legal counsel says The prosecution of Evgenia Gutsul, the governor of Moldova’s autonomous Gagauzia Region, is a prime example of politically motivated “ …

Ukraine has rejected "associate membership". What should the EU offer instead?

Last week, an idea put forward by Merz regarding a special format for Ukraine’s EU integration caused quite a stir. The proposal drew criticism, including from European Pravda, but also some positive reactions. It may have seemed that President Zelenskyy …

Why is it so difficult to travel to – and through – Europe by train?

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Why is it so difficult to travel to and through Europe by train?

"Heading to Europe? We've got you.” That was the initial response when I asked Trainline about a journey from Leicester to Paris on 1 June. Logistically, the trip is simple. A one-hour East Midlands Railway nonstop to London St Pancras …

What Iran wants

IRAN wants an end to hostilities on all fronts and a simultaneous lifting of the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz before negotiations with the US can begin. However, this is a sticking point not only for the US but also for Israel, which insists that any …

German chancellor pushes special EU status for Ukraine

Oliver Towfigh Nia 21 May 2026•Update: 21 May 2026 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing for Ukraine to receive a new special status as an “associated member” of the European Union in response to Kyiv’s call for rapid EU accession, media reports said …

South Caucasus entered ‘transformative phase’ after Armenia-Türkiye normalization, says EU

Melike Pala and Aysu Bicer 04 May 2026•Update: 04 May 2026 The South Caucasus has entered a “transformative phase” following the normalization of relations between Armenia and Türkiye, alongside a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, EU Council …

Spencer Pratt and Tom Steyer Receive Endorsement from Former California Gubernatorial Hopeful Sharifah Hardie

Former California gubernatorial hopeful Sharifah Hardie endorses Spencer Pratt and Tom Steyer, citing leadership, innovation, and solutions for California. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharifah Hardie …

Coastal Gateway Port Advances Strategic Canada–U.S. Shipbuilding and Defence Partnerships in Norfolk

NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES, May 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coastal Gateway Port Ltd. concluded a successful week of strategic engagements at the 2026 Navy and Marine Corps Procurement Conference, strengthening relationships with U.S. naval …

NATO PA Promotes Investment in Collective Defence, Infrastructure Protection

31 May 2026 Vilnius – The NATO Parliamentary Assembly on Sunday highlighted legislators’ vital role in ensuring the Atlantic Alliance faces up to pressing security challenges, strengthening collective defence and protecting against hybrid threats. The …

Sedifly to Host THE FUTURE Student Summit 2026 in Singapore, Featuring Leaders from Government and Venture Capital

Minister of State for Trade and Industry and National Development Alvin Tan joins leading VCs and CEOs at THE FUTURE Student Summit 2026 by Sedifly. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, May 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EdTech firm Sedifly will host THE …

Senator Daphne Campbell Leads Community-Wide Caravan to Stop Violence and Raise Awareness Across Miami-Dade County

NORTH MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community leaders, residents, bicyclists, motorists, faith-based organizations, and advocates from across Miami-Dade County are invited to participate in "A Caravan to Stop …

NATO Parliamentary Assembly Backs Accelerated Support for Ukraine

Vilnius – The NATO Parliamentary Assembly on Saturday called for faster, targeted support for Ukraine in the fifth year of its resistance to Russia’s brutal and illegal full-scale invasion.   “We must accelerate and increase our political, economic, …

Ahmad Welcomes Mayor’s Housing Plan, Calls for Focus on Seniors, LGBTQ+ New Yorkers, Climate Resilience

Retired firefighter & Assembly candidate says Block by Block gets much right; leaves gaps on healthcare, aging in place, & lower Manhattan’s coastal resilience NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Furhan Ahmad …

iRemedy Appoints Former McKesson Global Sourcing President to Its Board

Saul Factor, former McKesson Global Sourcing President who scaled North Star generics to $1.5B, joins iRemedy's Board ahead of NASDAQ listing STUART, FL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The iRemedy Healthcare Companies, Inc. today …

Texas Cattle Rancher Turned Vegan Invites President Trump to Her Farmed Animal Sanctuary

Texas Cattle Rancher Turned Vegan Invites President Trump to Her Texas Farmed Animal Sanctuary AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A political dust-up over dietary choices in the Lone Star State has inspired a formal …

California Latino Groups and Leaders Overwhelmingly Endorse Anna Caballero for State Treasurer

Latino Leaders Cite Caballero’s Record Fighting for Working Families and Plan to Use the Treasurer’s Office to Stop California Taxpayer Dollars from Funding ICE SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Latino groups and …

Experienced Deportation Defense Practitioner, Nayela Giga Warns About Mistakes putting Immigrants in the U.S. at Risk

U.S. immigration is in turmoil, with constant changes affecting bonds, work permits, and deportation orders. Nayela, has defended clients for over a decade. PLANTATION, FL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As thousands of immigrants …

«Выход белых волков на мировой континент»: путь Узбекистана на чемпионат мира как начало новой футбольной эпохи

Выход национальной сборной Узбекистана на чемпионат мира ФИФА 2026 года уже сегодня рассматривается как одно из важнейших событий в истории узбекского спорта. Ташкент, UZBEKISTAN, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Выход национальной сборной …

MyCommunityToday Launches Emotion-Aware Deal Chief AI for Meetings, Video Calls, Webinars & Interactive Social Shopping

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MyCommunityToday announced expanded emotion-aware interaction capabilities powered by Deal Chief, the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) engine. The new functionality is designed to …

The Libertarian Party of North Carolina (LPNC) Advances Freedom at Characteristically Unorthodox National Convention

Rubber chickens, enemies of the state, altercations, and a ray of hope for Americans seeking honest conversation about their futures. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jo Jorgensen, a former Libertarian nominee for …

Ridenhour Prizes Co-Founder Randy Fertel Praises Former '60 Minutes' Correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi’s Bravery

Fertel, This Year’s Ridenhour Prizes Keynote Speaker, Says Alfonsi Embodies the Spirit of the late Investigative Journalist Ron Ridenhour NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Confirmation today that CBS News has …

Charlotte O’Hara, Candidate for Kansas Governor, Announces Running Mate

Michelle Dombrosky Selected as Charlotte O'Hara's Running Mate for Lieutenant Governor OVERLAND PARK, KS, KS, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a candidate for Governor of Kansas, Charlotte O’Hara is honored to announce …

Exceptional Children's Foundation Marks 80 Years of Inclusive Communities and Lifespan Services at Los Angeles Gala

June 17 event at Skirball Cultural Center honors Jenni Kayne and Richard Ehrlich and supports ECF programs serving nearly 4,000 people annually. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exceptional Children’s Foundation …

Pete Caster Announces Campaign for Kansas City Council District 1

Lifelong Kansas City resident and small business owner Pete Caster enters the race focused on safe neighborhoods, responsible budgeting, and strong communities. KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lifelong Kansas …

Portugal’s economic transformation attracting global investors and entrepreneurs

Portugal is emerging as a global investment hub, driven by infrastructure growth, international connectivity and strong investor interest. LISBON, PORTUGAL, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Portugal is increasingly emerging as one of Europe’s …

Coastal Gateway Port Advances Strategic Engagements with Canadian and American Leadership Across Transportation

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coastal Gateway Port, led by CEO Mike Butler, is undertaking a multi-city strategic engagement initiative focused on strengthening relationships with Canadian and American leadership, …