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Kortrijk (Eurotoday) – Police in Kortrijk have arrested five individuals, including three bar owners, in connection with drink spiking. Between 2021 and 2024, at least 41 women were drugged and assaulted. TV host Ella Leyers condemned victim-blaming and called for stronger legal protections. Authorities in Kortrijk detained five suspects, including three bar owners, who are…

On Wednesday, the Armenian parliament voted in favor of a resolution urging the government to begin the process of joining the European Union. The final vote saw 64 lawmakers from the ruling party in support, while seven opposed the measure. Last year, a petition advocating for the initiation of EU membership garnered around 60,000 signatures…

The European Union (EU) is seeking transparency regarding negotiations happening beyond its purview, particularly since crucial decisions on sanctions—such as those targeting the Belgium-based international payments service SWIFT and Russia’s shadow fleet (ships used by Moscow to bypass sanctions and sustain oil exports)—rest primarily with European governments. “We are dealing with fundamental, strict sanctions,” an…

Sint-Niklaas (Eurotoday) – The swimming pond at De Ster in Sint-Niklaas faces an algae problem, causing 46-day closures. East Flanders will use a phosphorus-removing chemical (10-year effect) and plant trees for a long-term fix. The province of East Flanders is trying to fix the algae problem in the swimming pond at De Ster in Sint-Niklaas. …

Silvio Gonzato, the European Union Ambassador to Albania, has highlighted the significance of a recent pre-financing allocation of 64.5 million euros as a pivotal milestone in Albania’s pursuit of EU membership. Ambassador Gonzato stated, “The EU is committed to supporting Albania on its journey toward membership.” “Congratulations to Albania for reaching this important point in…

Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen described the decision as “a positive development,” suggesting it reflects Washington’s recognition of the strong opposition to U.S. moves in Greenland. “I’m relieved,” Greenlandic MP Aqqalu Clasen Jerimiassen told POLITICO. “I have no issue with them visiting their own military base in Pituffik. Canceling the stop in Sisimiut was…

Greece (Eurotoday) – The Arctic region has emerged as a key area of geopolitical interest, with recent events underscoring its strategic importance. As Greenland prepares for local elections and discussions on forming a new government, several high-ranking officials from the Trump administration are scheduled to visit the island. Among them are U.S. National Security Adviser…