Russia December 9 Belgium balks at EU plan to seize Russian assets, citing fear of Kremlin retaliation Belgium blocks EU plan to seize Russian assets for Ukraine aid, citing serious fears of Putin retaliation and potential war escalation against Europe.
Pentagon News & Events December 8 Congress moves to block Pentagon from cutting US troops in Europe and South Korea Congress limits Pentagon's ability to reduce troops in Europe below 76,000 and South Korea below 28,500 in new defense bill, easing allied concerns.
World December 6 White House roadmap says Europe may be 'unrecognizable' in 20 years as migration raises doubts about US allies White House warns Europe faces demographic crisis from mass immigration that could weaken NATO alliances and leave continent 'unrecognizable in 20 years.'
Europe December 6 European Christmas markets fortify security measures as terror threats force major operational changes European Christmas markets face rising security costs and tighter measures following recent threats, with some smaller venues considering cancellation.
Melania Trump December 4 Melania Trump says 7 more Ukrainian children reunited with families as part of initiative with Russia First lady Melania Trump announced that seven children have returned to their families in Ukraine as part of a Russia-Ukraine reunification initiative.
The Balkans December 3 Bulgaria rocked by protests as country draws close to Eurozone membership Gen Z-led protests force Bulgaria's government to withdraw controversial 2026 budget amid widespread corruption allegations and growing economic concerns.
Discovery December 3 Medieval graves reveal harsh reality of early Christians: 'Life was hard and short' Danish archaeologists uncovered 77 medieval graves in Aarhus, revealing the harsh realities of 12th-century Christian life with an average life expectancy of 37 years.
NATO December 1 NATO considers ‘more aggressive’ response to Russia’s hybrid threats NATO considers "more aggressive" stance against Russia's hybrid warfare, including pre-emptive cyber operations, as tensions escalate over sabotage.
Europe November 30 Muslim dad, sons allegedly drowned teen over 'Western' lifestyle, refusing to wear headscarf Syrian father and sons of "strict" Muslim family face 25 years for alleged killing of 18-year-old Ryan Al Najjar in Netherlands after she refused to wear headscarf.
Crime November 30 Beauty influencer found dead in suitcase in forest after ex-boyfriend allegedly confesses: reports Austrian beauty influencer Stefanie Pieper found dead in suitcase after ex-boyfriend allegedly admits to strangling the 31-year-old content creator.
Discovery November 30 Mysterious pile of bones discovered near popular landmark triggers urgent investigation Mysterious bones from multiple animals have been discovered near Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, Scotland, after a wildfire burned through Holyrood Park, baffling archaeologists.