Merz faced criticism for remaining silent during a March 3 press conference at the White House, where Trump threatened an embargo on Madrid for not permitting U.S. military planes to use Spanish air bases for an attack on Iran and criticized Spain for not committing 5 percent of GDP to defense spending.
Afterward, the chancellor explained he didn’t defend Spain openly to avoid escalating the

At the UN drug commission in Vienna on 9 March 2026, Colombian President Gustavo Petro delivered a speech that sharply criticised prohibition and highlighted the social causes of coca cultivation in Colombia. However, the main takeaway from his address, and from Europe’s own policy discussion, is not that total legalization is the answer. It is that drug policy must evolve beyond false dichotomi

According to Hungarian outlet Telex, lawmakers plan to debate the legislation under an unusual fast-track procedure after the parliament’s national security committee met Monday.
Hungarian authorities say they are examining whether the convoy — stopped while transiting the country last week — posed national security risks. They are also investigating the origin and intended use of the money.
Hunga

Meg Nocero to be Honored at IAOTP’s Annual Gala in NYC
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) has named Meg Nocero as the Top Happiness Officer of the Year for 2026, recognizing her exceptional leadership and commitment to her field. Nocero, an award-winning author, happiness expert, and host of the “M

Macron informed reporters at a military base in Cyprus that he had discussions about a potential mission with Greek and Cypriot leaders, Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Nikos Christodoulides.
Macron’s visit to Cyprus on Monday followed drone attacks on the island after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran that led to regional conflicts.
“When Cyprus is attacked, it is Europe that is attacked,” M

Vienna has become a diplomatic hub as the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs begins at UNODC headquarters, gathering governments, researchers, and civil-society organizations for a week of discussions on prevention, synthetic drugs, treatment, and future global drug policy directions.
VIENNA — The 69th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs has placed Vienna at

L’auteur italo-suisse, expert des jeux de pouvoir et des autocrates, est incontournable pour l’élite politique européenne, notamment Emmanuel Macron.

Hungary’s data protection authority is meant to protect citizens from abuse. However, European courts and institutions have raised questions about its independence when secrecy, surveillance, and political power intersect: is the watchdog truly independent, or just independent on paper?
Hungary’s National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (NAIH) serves as a key democratic

You arrive at work expecting a normal day and instead leave with a termination letter. The explanation might feel vague, rushed, or unfair. Losing a job is stressful, but when dismissal seems unjust, many workers in Europe wonder about their rights.
Across the European Union, labor laws aim to protect employees from arbitrary or discriminatory dismissal. While exact procedures vary by country, EU

Cem Özdemir erreicht das zuvor Unmögliche: Den Grünen gelingt der Wahlsieg in Baden-Württemberg. Gordon Repinski analysiert den Aufstieg eines Kandidaten, der sich als „besserer Konservativer“ präsentierte, sowie eine CDU, die einen weiteren „Laschet-Moment“ erlebt. Diese Niederlage setzt den Parteichef und Kanzler Friedrich Merz in Berlin erheblich unter Druck.
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